Classic & Older Gothic

The Farthest Shore

by Ursula K. Le Guin · Earthsea Cycle series

Archmage Ged and young Prince Arren journey to the world's edge to discover why magic is draining from Earthsea and life losing meaning. Their quest becomes a harrowing voyage into the land of the dead and a confrontation with the fear that underlies all existence. Le Guin explores mortality, power, and the courage required to face the darkness within and beyond.

Earthsea Cycle in reading order

• 1. A Wizard of Earthsea (Earthsea Cycle, #1) — Ursula K. Le Guin
• 2. The Tombs of Atuan (Earthsea Cycle, #2) — Ursula K. Le Guin
• 3. The Farthest Shore — Ursula K. Le Guin
• 6. The Other Wind (Earthsea Cycle, #6) — Ursula K. Le Guin

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