The Discworld Series by Terry Pratchett

Buddikins · Jul 12, 2008

Shweta said:
Tsk.
You forgot "THEN READ THEM AGAIN." And "seeya next year"

I'm so embarrassed.. :e2smack:

How can anyone take me seriously now?

Shadow_Ferret · Jul 12, 2008

I asked this same question last year.

Here's my thread with it's responses.

http://absolutewrite.com/forums/showthread.php?t=54914

Hope that helps.

plaidearthworm · Jul 12, 2008

My first Pratchett was Men at Arms; I loved it so much, I went back to the beginning of the series and worked my way through from there. Reading the early books helps you to catch those little in-jokes that happen in later works. Fact is, Terry Pratchett has a better batting average than any other author, IMHO; only a couple of his books are shaky, but the rest are gold.

Vincent · Jul 12, 2008

My first Pratchett was Truckers. Because, well, I found the Discworld series a bit overwhelming and didn't know where the hell to start. But was all good, 'cos Truckers was a lot of fun.

Reilly616 · Jul 12, 2008

My first Pratchett book was The Fifth Elephant. Since then I've bought them all. Brilliant writer.

ynoirb · Jul 21, 2008

Going Postal is one of the funniest books I've ever read. Making Money is also really good, I'm a fan of Moist

Granny Weatherwax is possibly my favourite character though. Witches Abroard = awesome!

Shweta · Jul 21, 2008

beezle said:
My first Pratchett was Truckers. Because, well, I found the Discworld series a bit overwhelming and didn't know where the hell to start. But was all good, 'cos Truckers was a lot of fun.

Why do they call it "road works" if the road doesn't work?

Danger Jane · Jul 21, 2008

I really liked The Last Hero, although the illustrations might have had something to do with it? They're gorgeous.

ivorywhisper · Jul 24, 2008

Perks said:
I don't read much sci-fi or fantasy, but I've heard the name Terry Pratchett - a lot.

So, someone lent me the book, Thud.

I've only just started it, but the man's a genius. What a writer. Tell me, what are the essential works of Terry Pratchett?

Pratchett is excellent, one of my favourites!! I dont know which order to tell you to read them in

because well, I pretty much read them in the order in which I can lay my hands on them. I've just finished reading "Going Postal". I'll probably pick up "Making money" next.

You'd probably like "Eric", it's a quick read. Another one I love is "Guards! Guards!"

I have noticed that Pratchett fans seem to go for books which have certain characters in them after a while. I'm a big fan of "Death" and "Death of rats", hehe. My husband likes anything that has the Watch in it and one of my friends loves Rincewind. I can only hope that I'll write with half Pratchett's talent some day

Yeshanu · Jul 24, 2008

Saritams8 said:
Oh oh oh! You have to read Good Omens. HAVE TO! I swear. It's a must read! Now!

Absolutely, 100% agree!

maxmordon · Jul 25, 2008

So, far I have (but haven't read) Carpe Jugulum, The Thief of Time, A Hat Full of Sky, Witches Abroad, Soul Music and Moving Pictures...

I can't just decide which one continue!

pdr · Jul 25, 2008

Have to add

...a word of praise for Monstrous Regiment. It's a very serious book really. Suggest you read the song 'Sweet Polly Oliver' and then consider the book a feminist treatise on war!

maxmordon · Jul 25, 2008

pdr said:
...a word of praise for Monstrous Regiment. It's a very serious book really. Suggest you read the song 'Sweet Polly Oliver' and then consider the book a feminist treatise on war!

Most fans seems to hate it, is one the lowest, if not the lowest, rated Discworld books

Sarpedon · Jul 25, 2008

It was the first one I read, actually. Confused the hell out of me. It isn't as funny as the other ones, except for Nuggan.

Perks · Jul 25, 2008

I have an amazon gift certificate and I can't figure out what to do with it. You people are either no help or too much help!

Sarita · Jul 25, 2008

I wasn't joking about Good Omens. Get it! Now! Or I wont come see you in September

Okay, I'm kidding.... maybe.

Perks · Jul 25, 2008

Is it a stand alone? Will it make sense? And don't threaten me, woman!

maxmordon · Jul 25, 2008

Is not part of Discworld. Instead is some sort of parody of The Omen co-written with Neil Gaiman (or so I heard)

Sarpedon · Jul 25, 2008

If you need help, I agree with others who have said that the Guards series is the best.

I found this link! It should be of great help to you. Its the Discworld Flow Chart!

http://www.lspace.org/books/reading-order-guides/the-discworld-reading-order-guide-1-5.pdf

ivorywhisper · Jul 26, 2008

thanks for the link!

Sarpedon said:
If you need help, I agree with others who have said that the Guards series is the best.

I found this link! It should be of great help to you. Its the Discworld Flow Chart!

http://www.lspace.org/books/reading-order-guides/the-discworld-reading-order-guide-1-5.pdf

That was a very good chart!! I've read most of them, I can't wait to start "Making money".

Sarita · Jul 26, 2008

Perks said:
Is it a stand alone? Will it make sense? And don't threaten me, woman!

Yes, it's entirely stand alone. And so freaking funny you'll be peeing your pants with laughter. (Okay, that's not so funny, but the book really is.)

I'll stop threatening you when you read the damn book!

Perks · Jul 26, 2008

I'm gonna order it now. But only because you shouted the loudest. And now you're charges with getting The Gunseller by Hugh Laurie. One of my alltime favorite books. Do it. Do it now.

Broadswordbabe · Jul 26, 2008

pdr said:
...a word of praise for Monstrous Regiment.

Seconded, thirded and fourthed. OK it's not as laugh-out-loud funny as some, but it's a wonderful book with great characters and a serious message, and how can you not adore the concept of 'Socks appeal'?

Broadswordbabe · Jul 26, 2008

Oh and all world leaders should be forced to read Jingo before declaring war on anyone. It's howlingly funny, but also one of the best anti-war books I've ever read, though I suspect works best if you've read the previous 'City Watch' novels, because you know the characters better and are more emotionally involved.

Ageless Stranger · Jul 26, 2008

The Watch series is essential and Reaper Man may just be one of the best books I've ever read.

"WHAT CAN THE HARVEST HOPE FOR, IF NOT FOR THE CARE OF THE REAPER MAN?"

The Discworld Series by Terry Pratchett

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