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The Other Wind
Author Ursula K. Le Guin
Country United States
Language English
Series Earthsea
Genre Fantasy
Published 2001 (Harcourt Brace & Company)
Media type Print (hardcover & paperback)
Pages 246
ISBN 0-15-100684-9
OCLC 46777444
813/.54 21
LC Class PS3562.E42 O84 2001
Preceded by Tales from Earthsea 

The Other Wind is the sixth and final book in the famous Earthsea series. This exciting fantasy story was written by the American author Ursula K. Le Guin. It continues the adventures from Tehanu, which was the fourth book, and also includes ideas from the short story "Dragonfly" found in Tales from Earthsea.

This book is well-known for its amazing story. It won the World Fantasy Award for Best Novel in 2002. It was also nominated for the Nebula Award for Best Novel in the same year. These awards show how much people loved the book.

About the Earthsea Series

The Earthsea series is a collection of fantasy books. They are set in a world made up of many islands. The stories often follow the lives of wizards, dragons, and other magical creatures. The main character in many of the books is a wizard named Ged. The series explores important ideas like balance, power, and growing up.

Who is Ursula K. Le Guin?

Ursula K. Le Guin, the author of The Other Wind.

Ursula K. Le Guin was a very important American writer. She wrote many books, short stories, and poems. She was born in 1929 and passed away in 2018. Le Guin was famous for her science fiction and fantasy stories. Her books often made readers think about society and human nature. She won many awards for her writing, including the National Book Award.

Awards and Recognition

The Other Wind received high praise from critics and readers. Winning the World Fantasy Award is a big honor for a fantasy novel. Being nominated for the Nebula Award also shows its quality. These awards are given to the best science fiction and fantasy books each year. They help readers find amazing new stories to enjoy.

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