A Hat Full of Sky

A Tiffany Aching Novel
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In A Hat Full of Sky by Terry Pratchett, young witch Tiffany Aching leaves her home to begin a new life of training. As she navigates her apprenticeship, Tiffany faces challenges and encounters the formidable Hiver, a malevolent spirit. Throughout the journey, she learns about responsibility and inner strength with help from some unlikely allies.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy tales of adventure and whimsy with a touch of magic. Fans of coming-of-age stories will appreciate following a young witch as she learns to harness her powers, facing challenges with wit and humour. With Terry Pratchett's signature blend of fantasy and satire, it's perfect for readers who love rich storytelling with mischievous characters.

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A Hat Full of Sky

At least, this is what she tells her parents.

Really, Tiffany is going away to learn magic.

But making friends with fellow witches is always difficult when an invisible-being-that-cannot-be-killed takes over your body - stealing money, and threatening violence.

Tiffany must use all her witchy cunning to reclaim what's hers.

The second book in the Tiffany Aching series - five Discworld novels by master-storyteller Terry Pratchett.

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The second book in the Tiffany Aching series - five Discworld novels by master-storyteller Terry Pratchett.

Tiffany Aching is going 'into service' - to be a lady, no less, a maid in a big house. At least, this is what she tells her parents.

Really, Tiffany is going away to learn magic.

But making friends with fellow witches is always difficult when an invisible-being-that-cannot-be-killed takes over your body - stealing money, and threatening violence.

Tiffany must use all her witchy cunning to reclaim what's hers. Luckily, she has a bit of help. What's tiny, Scottish and blue all over? A Nac Mac Feegle of course - the rudest type of fairy, and handy to have in a tight spot...

Oodles of dry wit, imagination and shrewdly observed characters
Independent on Sunday

Series: Discworld Novels

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A Hat Full of Sky* by Terry Pratchett is praised for its superb dialogue, deep emotional resonance with nature, and its clever adventures. The book's dry wit and imaginative characters are highlights, and even without the humour, it stands as a compelling fantasy thriller. Its inventive and humorous storytelling makes it a must-read for fans, offering witty plot twists and engaging dialogue.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780552576314

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 May 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Corgi Childrens

Contributors:

  • Designed by Laura Ellen Anderson
  • Cover design or artwork by Laura Ellen Anderson

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 131.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 259g

Pages: 368

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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