Book Series · 6 Books

Earthsea Cycle Books

In order from A Wizard of Earthsea 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.

A Wizard of Earthsea
The Tombs of Atuan
The Farthest Shore
Tehanu
Tales from Earthsea
About the series

What's Earthsea Cycle About?

Six interconnected fantasies tracing the wizard Ged and the changing world of Earthsea through power, responsibility, gender, mortality, and renewal.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

A Wizard of Earthsea
Sale price
$1498
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 12–17 · 1968

A Wizard of Earthsea

By Ursula K. Le Guin

A young sorcerer's quest to undo a shadow he unleashed threatens the balance of Earthsea.

251 pages· 61,443 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
Paperback
Summary: In the mystical archipelago of Earthsea, young sorcerer Ged, known as Sparrowhawk, craves power and knowledge. His reckless actions unleash a dark shadow, threatening the world's balance. As Ged embarks on a perilous journey, he must master ancient magic, confront a fearsome dragon, and face death itself to restore harmony. Will he succeed, or will his past mistakes doom Earthsea forever? Dive into this epic tale of magic, redemption, and the eternal struggle between light and darkness.
In reading order

Earthsea Cycle Series

6 books · Published 1968–2001

#1
A Wizard of Earthsea
#1 in Series
Sale price
$1498

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.

#2
The Tombs of Atuan
#2 in Series
Sale price
$1248

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?

#3
The Farthest Shore
#3 in Series
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$1248

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
Tehanu
#4 in Series
Sale price
$1248

Tehanu

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1990

A wizard and a priestess must aid a scarred child with a mysterious fate.

#5
Tales from Earthsea
#5 in Series
Sale price
$1498

Tales from Earthsea

Chapter Book · Ages 12–+ · 2001

Explore Earthsea's magic and mysteries through tales of discovery and ancient secrets.

#6
The Other Wind
#6 in Series
Sale price
$1498

The Other Wind

Chapter Book · 2001

A sorcerer haunted by the dead seeks allies to prevent an invasion of Earthsea.

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Earthsea Cycle series?

There are 6 books in the Earthsea Cycle series. It began with A Wizard of Earthsea in 1968, and the newest book, The Other Wind, was published in 2001.

What order should you read the Earthsea Cycle books in?

Start with A Wizard of Earthsea 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 (Book #5) is the longest book in the series at 86,480 words (370 pages).

Which Earthsea Cycle book is the shortest?

The Tombs of Atuan (Book #2) is the shortest at 45,931 words (187 pages).

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Ursula K. Le Guin

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