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Book #3 · Chapter Book · Ages 12–17 · 1972
The Farthest Shore
Magic fades from Earthsea. Can a wizard and a prince restore it before darkness prevails?
251 pages· 66,179 words· Est. 6 hour read
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Book Series · 6 Books
Earthsea Cycle Books
In order from The Farthest Shore to The Other Wind.
The Earthsea Cycle series is a set of 6 chapter books by Ursula K. Le Guin, published between 1968 and 2001. Written for ages 8–18, most books run about 270 pages. Subjects across the series include secrets, wizards, and good and evil.
Where the story begins
First Book in the Series
In reading order
Earthsea Cycle Series
6 books · Published 1968–2001
#3
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The Farthest Shore
Chapter Book · Ages 12–17 · 1972
Magic fades from Earthsea. Can a wizard and a prince restore it before darkness prevails?
#4
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Tehanu
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1990
A wizard and a priestess must aid a scarred child with a mysterious fate.
#6
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The Other Wind
Chapter Book · 2001
A sorcerer haunted by the dead seeks allies to prevent an invasion of Earthsea.
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A Wizard of Earthsea
Chapter Book · Ages 12–17 · 1968
A young sorcerer's quest to undo a shadow he unleashed threatens the balance of Earthsea.
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The Tombs of Atuan
Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 1971
A priestess guards a dark secret; a wizard seeks forbidden treasure. Will she defy her fate?
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Tales from Earthsea
Chapter Book · Ages 12–+ · 2001
Explore Earthsea's magic and mysteries through tales of discovery and ancient secrets.
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Common Questions
How many books are in the Earthsea Cycle series?
There are 6 books in the Earthsea Cycle series. It began with The Farthest Shore in 1972, and the newest book, The Other Wind, was published in 2001.
What order should you read the Earthsea Cycle books in?
Start with The Farthest Shore and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #6.
What ages are the Earthsea Cycle books best for?
The series is best for ages 8–18, based on the age ranges of the individual books.
Which Earthsea Cycle book is the longest?
Tales from Earthsea is the longest book in the series at 86,480 words (370 pages).
Which Earthsea Cycle book is the shortest?
The Tombs of Atuan is the shortest at 45,931 words (187 pages).
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