The Farthest Shore (Earthsea Cycle, #3)
by Ursula K. Le Guin
The Farthest Shore by Ursula K. Le Guin holds a highly rated rating of 4.11 out of 5, based on 65.6K reader ratings. First published in 1972. The book spans 259 pages.
About The Farthest Shore
Book Three of Ursula K. Le Guin's Earthsea CycleDarkness threatens to overtake Earthsea: the world and its wizards are losing their magic. Despite being wearied with age, Ged Sparrowhawk -- Archmage, wizard, and dragonlord -- embarks on a daring, treacherous journey, accompanied by Enlad's young Prince Arren, to discover the reasons behind this devastating pattern of loss. Together they will sail to the farthest reaches of their world -- even beyond the realm of death -- as they seek to restore magic to a land desperately thirsty for it.With millions of copies sold worldwide, Ursula K. Le Guin's Earthsea Cycle has earned a treasured place on the shelves of fantasy lovers everywhere, alongside the works of such beloved authors as J. R. R. Tolkien and C. S. Lewis.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Ursula K. Le Guin |
| Published | 1972 |
| Pages | 259 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Fiction, Young Adult, Classics, Science Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.11 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 65,626 |
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What genre is The Farthest Shore?
The Farthest Shore is categorized as Fantasy, Fiction, Young Adult, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Farthest Shore worth reading?
Based on 65.6K reader ratings, The Farthest Shore has an average score of 4.11 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Farthest Shore?
The Farthest Shore has 259 pages.
Who wrote The Farthest Shore?
The Farthest Shore was written by Ursula K. Le Guin. It was first published in 1972.
What is the ISBN for The Farthest Shore?
The ISBN-13 for The Farthest Shore is 9781416509650.0.
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