1971 Ursula K. Le Guin : The Earthsea Trilogy : 1st UK Editions / 1st Printings

The Earthsea Trilogy 

Wizard of Earthsea
Tombs of Atuan
The Farthest Shore

By Ursula K. Le Guin

London: Gollancz, 1971. 1971, 72, 73. 3 volumes, octavo. All first edition, first UK printings. Original brown, blue, and grey boards, gilt titles to spines, coloured and map endpapers. With illustrated dust jackets by David Smee.

Le Guin's Earthsea Trilogy is a seminal work in the realm of fantasy literature. Comprised of three books, it begins with "A Wizard of Earthsea," introducing us to Ged, a young and gifted magician. The series explores Ged's coming of age, his reckless use of magic, and the consequences that lead him to confront his own inner demons and the shadow he inadvertently released into the world. "The Tombs of Atuan," shifts the narrative focus to Tenar, a young girl chosen to be the High Priestess on the island of Atuan. Her journey intersects with Ged's, and together they embark on a quest to restore equilibrium to their world. In the final installment, "The Farthest Shore," Ged, now a seasoned wizard, and his young companion Arren seek to unravel the mystery of vanishing magic and confront a dire threat that endangers Earthsea. Le Guin's Earthsea Trilogy delves deeply into themes of self-discovery, the balance of power, the consequences of one's actions, and the importance of understanding the true nature of things. Set in a meticulously crafted world filled with diverse cultures and magical wonders, this series remains a masterful exploration of human nature and the interconnectedness of all things.

CONDITION
A fine set throughout. All three are in their original unclipped dust jackets and are all in very good condition with no tears. All three jackets are protected in removable mylar sleeves. All cloth bindings very good with no marks. All endpapers very good. No writing or names to the book. All contents present to all 3 volumes and pages very clean throughout. Overall a very fine set of the Earthsea trilogy.

(Glass cabinet 4)