A Wizard of Earthsea

Today, Ged is the greatest wizard of Earthsea, but in his youth, he recklessly sought power and knowledge. Stepping onto a path that seemed the shortest and easiest, the young man touched an ancient secret, and through his fault, great... evil entered the world. To rectify the wrong done, he must take another path - one that lasts a lifetime. Risking at every step, overcoming unimaginable obstacles, changing beyond recognition, understanding his destiny - and facing a decisive duel with the black shadow.
The "Wizard of Earthsea" cycle brought its author worldwide fame, and it now stands alongside such masterpieces of fantasy as "The Lord of the Rings" by J.R.R. Tolkien and "Narnia" by C.S. Lewis.