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Ursula K Leguin, A Wizard Of Earthsea - Magic, Mages, And Roke Island - Sadler's Lectures

Aug 27, 2023
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Ursula K. Le Guin
Ursula K. Le Guin, author of the Earthsea series, discusses the education of Ged in the high arts of magic at Roke Island. Topics include the significance of the Isle of Roke, the distinction between low and high arts of magic, and Ged's studies in elements, illusion, naming, and shaping. Along the way, Ged faces challenges, battles a rival, and learns about the importance of true names in magic.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 5min
2
Arrival at Roke Island and Introduction to the Masters of Magic
04:38 • 4min
3
Learning Elements, Illusion, Naming, and Shaping
08:58 • 4min
4
Gad's Continued Studies at the School of Magic
13:24 • 5min