A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin

Sample illustrations inspired by the classic fantasy, coming-of-age novel set in the fictional archipelago of Earthsea, centering on a young mage named Ged. He is a young boy who displays great power and joins a school of wizardry where he comes into conflict with a fellow student. During a magical duel, Ged's spell goes awry and releases a shadow creature that attacks him. The novel follows Ged's journey as he seeks to be free of the creature.