Tales from Earthsea (Tankobon Softcover)

The stories feel deeply rooted in universal themes and traditional mythologies. I'm curious how much of this was inspired by real-world folklore or if it was entirely created from her imagination.

His growth was compelling, but I wondered if his initial hubris made his eventual humility feel more earned or if it was a bit abrupt at times.

The interconnectedness of the stories feels natural, but I wonder if Le Guin planned the overarching narrative from the start or let it develop organically.