A compelling blend of magic, danger, and coming-of-age transformation, The Unschooled Wizard by Barbara Hambly collects two complete novels—The Ladies of Mandrigyn and The Witches of Wenshar—that follow the unlikely heroine Sun Wolf, a mercenary captain thrust into the world of wizardry. As he is forced to confront magical forces beyond his understanding, Sun Wolf’s journey from hardened soldier to reluctant sorcerer unfolds against richly detailed landscapes and complex political struggles. Hambly’s storytelling delivers fast-paced action, deeply human characters, and a unique take on traditional fantasy tropes, making this volume a must-read for fans of sword and sorcery fiction.
 
This 1987 hardcover with dust jacket is in very good condition, showing only minor edge wear to the dust jacket and mild age-toning to the pages. The jacket is clean and retains its original gloss, and the binding is strong and square.