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Nation

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By Terry Pratchett
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Nation by Terry Pratchett is a gripping tale set in a parallel world where a devastating tidal wave leaves a young boy named Mau stranded on a deserted island. There, he encounters an English girl named Daphne, and together they navigate survival, cultural differences, and identity while attempting to rebuild a community in the aftermath of the disaster. The novel explores themes of resilience, belief systems, and the formation of society with wit and depth.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a taste for adventurous stories set in alternate realities filled with wit and heart. It beautifully blends themes of resilience, cultural identity, and unexpected friendships amidst a gripping backdrop of survival and discovery. Perfect for young readers eager for a thought-provoking and imaginative journey.

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Nation by Terry Pratchett is a masterpiece—a desert island story of epic and hilarious proportions. Now available in this brand-new, stunning edition.

Widely thought of as the best book Terry Pratchett ever wrote, this is a story of a Nation, a story of a friendship, a story of growing up and the truths we must learn. It is epic in every sense...

Prepare for the world to be turned upside down...

For Mau, halfway between boy and man, it happens when a great wave destroys his entire village. For Daphne, it's when the same wave crashes her ship into the island that was once Mau's home. Everything they once had is now so far away, lost to distance and time.

But when Daphne stops trying to shoot Mau (she did apologise for it) and instead uses a salvaged invitation card to invite him to tea, they discover a new home can be theirs.

And then people start arriving on the island—some very good, some very bad. And it's soon clear that Daphne and Mau must fight for their Nation.

Then a discovery is made that will change the entire world forever...

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Nation by Terry Pratchett is hailed for its inventive and thoughtful storytelling, setting up a world that reflects Pratchett's sharp wit and deep insight. The book's exploration of culture and civilisation has been praised, often described as a reflection of the best aspects of humanity. Suitable for both children and adults, it combines adventure with a deeper philosophical message.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241618592

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 27 April 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Puffin

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 32.0mm

Width: 136.0mm

Height: 200.0mm

Weight: 420g

Pages: 432

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About the Author

Terry Pratchett was the acclaimed creator of the global bestselling Discworld series, the first of which, The Colour of Magic, was published in 1983. In all, he was the author of over fifty bestselling books which have sold over 100 million copies worldwide. His novels have been widely adapted for stage and screen, and he was the winner of multiple prizes, including the Carnegie Medal. He was awarded a knighthood for services to literature in 2009, although he always wryly maintained that his greatest service to literature was to avoid writing any. www.terrypratchettbooks.com

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