National Book Award for Young People's Literature · 1972

The 1972 National Book Award for Young People's Literature

The honor book recognized by the 1972 National Book Award for Young People's Literature, with ages and reading levels for each.

1972 Honor Books
The Tombs of Atuan
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 1971

The Tombs of Atuan

By Ursula K. Le Guin · Earthsea Cycle series

A priestess guards a dark secret; a wizard seeks forbidden treasure. Will she defy her fate?

Newbery Honor (1972)National Book Award for Young People's Literature Honor (1972)
187 pages· 45,931 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
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Summary: In the shadowy Tombs of Atuan, Tenar, now called Arha, serves as high priestess, stripped of her past. Her duty is to protect the Ring of Erreth-Akbe, a treasure sought by the mysterious wizard Ged. As Ged's magic and stories of distant lands awaken something within her, Tenar faces a choice: remain in darkness or risk everything for freedom. Can she trust the stranger who promises a world beyond her own? Discover the gripping tale of power, destiny, and the courage to change one's path in this captivating Earthsea adventure.
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