The Farthest Shore
(Libby/OverDrive eBook, Kindle)
Author
Contributors
Le Guin, Ursula K. Author
Series
Earthsea series volume 3
Published
Atheneum Books for Young Readers , 2012.
Status
Checked Out
Available Platforms
Libby/OverDrive
Titles may be read via Libby/OverDrive. Libby/OverDrive is a free app that allows users to borrow and read digital media from their local library, including ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines. Users can access Libby/OverDrive through the Libby/OverDrive app or online. The app is available for Android and iOS devices.
Kindle
Titles may be read using Kindle devices or with the Kindle app.
Description
When the prince of Enlad declares the wizards have forgotten their spells, Ged sets out to test the ancient prophecies of Earthsea
Similar Series From Novelist
NoveList provides detailed suggestions for series you might like if you enjoyed this book. Suggestions are based on recommendations from librarians and other contributors.
Each of these compelling (and often dark) series takes place in a fascinating, carefully designed fantasy world that is threatened by the spirits of the dead, but held together by an intricate system of magic. -- Rebecca Honeycutt
Both fantasy series follow groups of children as they learn more about ancient magics in order to fight evil forces. The large casts of characters in each series offer different points of view in these rich, detailed fantasy worlds. -- Pamela Manasco
These coming-of-age fantasies star sorcerer's apprentices who must save their worlds from horrifying evil while simultaneously negotiating the difficult journey into adulthood. Both world-building series feature rich detail, amazing feats of derring do, and suspenseful atmospheres. -- Jennifer Brannen
Although Young Wizards is a portal fantasy whereas Earthsea is high fantasy, both suspenseful and compelling series feature magic-using teens who must confront a growing evil in their realm. -- CJ Connor
These series have the appeal factors suspenseful, world-building, and intricately plotted, and they have the genres "fantasy fiction" and "epic fantasy"; and characters that are "flawed characters," "introspective characters," and "complex characters."
These series have the appeal factors world-building, and they have the genres "fantasy fiction" and "epic fantasy"; the subjects "magic," "dragons," and "wizards"; and characters that are "flawed characters."
These series have the appeal factors world-building, and they have the genres "fantasy fiction" and "epic fantasy"; and the subjects "magic," "dragons," and "wizards."
These series have the appeal factors world-building, and they have the theme "defend the realm!"; the genre "epic fantasy"; the subjects "magic," "dragons," and "wizards"; and characters that are "flawed characters."
These series have the appeal factors world-building, and they have the theme "dark lord"; the genre "epic fantasy"; and the subjects "dragons," "wizards," and "ged (fictitious character)."
These series have the appeal factors world-building, and they have the genres "fantasy fiction" and "epic fantasy"; and the subjects "magic," "dragons," and "wizards."
These series have the appeal factors world-building, and they have the genres "fantasy fiction" and "epic fantasy"; and the subjects "magic," "dragons," and "wizards."
These series have the appeal factors suspenseful, world-building, and intricately plotted, and they have the genres "fantasy fiction" and "epic fantasy"; the subjects "magic," "dragons," and "wizards"; and characters that are "flawed characters."
These series have the appeal factors suspenseful, and they have the theme "quest for magical items"; the genres "fantasy fiction" and "epic fantasy"; and the subjects "dragons," "wizards," and "imaginary places."
These series have the appeal factors world-building, and they have the genres "fantasy fiction" and "epic fantasy"; and the subjects "magic," "dragons," and "wizards."
These series have the appeal factors world-building, and they have the genres "fantasy fiction" and "epic fantasy"; and the subjects "magic," "dragons," and "wizards."
Similar Titles From NoveList
NoveList provides detailed suggestions for titles you might like if you enjoyed this book. Suggestions are based on recommendations from librarians and other contributors.
These books have the appeal factors world-building, and they have the genres "classics" and "epic fantasy"; the subjects "dragons," "magic spells," and "quests"; and characters that are "introspective characters."
These books have the appeal factors world-building, and they have the theme "quest for magical items"; the genre "epic fantasy"; and the subjects "dragons," "magic spells," and "quests."
NoveList recommends "Dark is rising sequence" for fans of "Earthsea series". Check out the first book in the series.
The Nethergrim - Jobin, Matthew
NoveList recommends "Nethergrim trilogy" for fans of "Earthsea series". Check out the first book in the series.
Magic is disappearing in each of these suspenseful, richly detailed, atmospheric fantasies where brave protagonists go on epic, watery quests to save their worlds from the forces of evil. -- NoveList Advisor
These have the subjects "Magic--Fiction" and "Fantasy fiction."
These have the subjects "Magic--Fiction" and "Fantasy fiction."
These books have the appeal factors world-building, and they have the genre "epic fantasy"; and the subjects "wizards," "dragons," and "magic spells."
These books have the appeal factors world-building, atmospheric, and strong sense of place, and they have the theme "quest for magical items"; the genres "fantasy fiction" and "historical fantasy"; and the subjects "magic," "wizards," and "dragons."
These books have the appeal factors richly detailed and world-building, and they have the theme "court intrigue"; the genres "fantasy fiction" and "epic fantasy"; and the subjects "magic," "wizards," and "magic spells."
NoveList recommends "Old Kingdom" for fans of "Earthsea series". Check out the first book in the series.
NoveList recommends "Young wizards" for fans of "Earthsea series". Check out the first book in the series.
Similar Authors From NoveList
NoveList provides detailed suggestions for other authors you might want to read if you enjoyed this book. Suggestions are based on recommendations from librarians and other contributors.
Like Ursula K. Le Guin, A.S. Byatt achieves plot tension via sharply contrasting, paired elements, like the everyday and the fantastic; or the beautiful and the cruel. -- Kim Burton
Like Ursula Le Guin, Nancy Kress writes elegant but cool prose, distancing herself from her characters and story but also focusing on larger issues. -- Krista Biggs
Peter Hoeg and Ursula Le Guin offer stringent political and social commentary in carefully crafted, subtle prose that uses magical realism, fantasy, science fiction, and varied settings to convey real-world messages. Hoeg's themes are more directly presented, and his atmosphere is more consistently dark or moody; Le Guin is more specifically feminist. -- Katherine Johnson
Like Ursula Le Guin, Sharon Shinn sets her fantasy and science fiction stories in societies where the underlying reality differs greatly from outward appearances. While Shinn's writing is more lyrical and places a greater emphasis on romance, its worlds and cultures will appeal to Le Guin's fans. -- NoveList Contributor
Both Catherine Fisher and Ursula Le Guin write intricately plotted, suspenseful fantasy fiction for teens. Both writers' stories incorporate world-building, an often bleak tone, and a lyrical writing style. Fisher's work, however, tends to be more action-packed and fast-paced than Le Guin's more leisurely style. -- Kelly White
Though Hal Clement writes hard science fiction and the work of Ursula K. Le Guin is more character-driven, both build engaging, wholly original science fiction worlds with rich culture and language. Expect more scientific detail from Clement, while Le Guin's work often reflects contemporary political or gender issues. -- Kaitlyn Moore
Both authors include political and social commentary in their works and often disguise that commentary within mythic lands and otherworldly protagonists. They frequently use the stranger-in-a-strange-land trope to point out the ways in which their worlds differ from the ones we know. And the ways in which they don't. -- Halle Carlson
Ayize Jama-Everett and Ursula Le Guin are science fiction writers who weave issues relating to spirituality and race throughout their vivid fantastical landscapes. Jama-Everett's novels are action-packed whereas Le Guin's follow a more leisurely pace, but science fiction readers looking for something compelling and thought-provoking will enjoy the works of both authors. -- Catherine Coles
While more prolific than her science fiction predecessor, Ursula K. Le Guin shares with Mary Shelley a talent for crafting thought-provoking, atmospheric novels that are entrenched in the social and technological developments of their respective eras. -- Basia Wilson
These authors have written fantasy and social science fiction classics. Their character-driven, thought-provoking stories share an atmospheric and lyrical writing style. Ray Bradbury's nostalgic stories often have near-future settings while Ursula LeGuin writes about fantasy worlds or the far future. Both authors have written for young readers and adults. -- Alicia Cavitt
Fans of Ursula K. Le Guin may find a lesser-known kindred spirit in Australian writer Alexis Wright. These lyrical, thought-provoking writers cross any division between literary fiction and science fiction, especially of the dystopian variety. Both feature recurrent environmental themes and storytelling as a vessel of history and culture. -- Michael Shumate
Michael Cunningham may appeal to Ursula Le Guin's readers who especially appreciate her depictions of modern society and social concerns. Cunningham occasionally employs science fiction conventions; all his writing is carefully crafted and includes believable characters as he builds stories that illuminate contemporary issues. -- Katherine Johnson
Reviews from GoodReads
Loading GoodReads Reviews.
Citations
APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Le Guin, U. K. (2012). The Farthest Shore . Atheneum Books for Young Readers.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Le Guin, Ursula K. 2012. The Farthest Shore. Atheneum Books for Young Readers.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Le Guin, Ursula K. The Farthest Shore Atheneum Books for Young Readers, 2012.
Harvard Citation (style guide)Le Guin, U. K. (2012). The farthest shore. Atheneum Books for Young Readers.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Le Guin, Ursula K. The Farthest Shore Atheneum Books for Young Readers, 2012.
Note! Citations contain only title, author, edition, publisher, and year published. Citations should be used as a guideline and should be double checked for accuracy. Citation formats are based on standards as of August 2021.
Copy Details
| Collection | Owned | Available | Number of Holds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Libby | 2 | 0 | 4 |
Staff View
Loading Staff View.