“In the latter months of his own long sickness the Master Herbal had taught him much of the healer's lore, and the first lesson and the last of all that lore was this: Heal the wound and cure the illness, but let the dying spirit go.”
Le Guin's novel is renowned for its intricate world-building and philosophical themes, following Ged as he learns the responsibilities and consequences of his magical powers. more
Ursula K. Le Guin, born on October 21, 1929, is an esteemed American author of science fiction and fantasy. Known for her profound philosophical insights, rich imagination, and unique narrative style, Le Guin's works have won numerous literary awards and have had a significant impact on science fiction and fantasy literature. Her most famous works include the 'Earthsea' series and 'The Left Hand of Darkness', which have won her awards such as the Nebula and Hugo Awards, and she has also received the National Book Award for lifetime achievement for her contributions to literature. more
“There were no books to help me so I wrote the book”
“They will call you immoral if you dare to describe their immorality”
“From the Latin, con clavis: 'with a key'.”
“The problem with quitting smoking is it's really hard if you never fully quit.”