Good Omens

Name: Good Omens
Brand: Orion Publishing Co
SKU: 9781473200852
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The phenomenal laugh out loud adventure about the end of the world

By Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman

4.26

( 777,567 ratings, 42,468 reviews)

Summary

Good Omens by Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman is a comedic tale of the unlikely partnership between an angel and a demon who team up to prevent the apocalypse. As doomsday approaches, they must navigate a series of misadventures to maintain the status quo on Earth, all while dealing with an eccentric cast of characters including witches, witch-hunters, and the Antichrist.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy a witty and humorous take on the end of the world. Fans of fantasy with a satirical edge and memorable characters will find themselves enthralled by the unique storytelling of Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman.

Good Omens

The hilarious end-of-the-world novel from two of the giants of fantasy fiction.

The hilarious end-of-the-world novel from two of the giants of fantasy fiction.

Description

There is a hint of Armageddon in the air. According to The Nice and Accurate Prophecies of Agnes Nutter, Witch (recorded, thankfully, in 1655, just before she blew up her entire village and all its inhabitants, who had gathered to watch her burn), the world will end on a Saturday. Next Saturday, in fact. So, the Armies of Good and Evil are preparing for the ultimate showdown, the Four Bikers of the Apocalypse are revving up their powerful motorcycles and hitting the road, and the world’s last two remaining witchfinders are gearing up to Fight the Good Fight. Atlantis is rising. Frogs are falling. Tempers are flaring, and everything seems to be proceeding according to the Divine Plan.

Except that things aren't as straightforward as they seem. A somewhat fastidious angel named Aziraphale and a fast-living demon named Crowley have grown quite accustomed to their lives on Earth. Having lived among Humanity for thousands of years, they've developed a certain affinity for the human lifestyle. Now, as the Apocalypse looms, they find themselves not particularly thrilled by the prospect of the impending Rapture. To prevent the end of the world, Aziraphale and Crowley must work together to locate and eliminate the Antichrist. There's just one small problem: someone has misplaced him. And rather inconveniently, he's turned out to be a rather nice kid.

In Good Omens, Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman deliver a brilliantly dark and funny take on mankind's final judgement. This new hardcover edition features an introduction by both authors and brings their sharp wit, astute social commentary, and imaginative storytelling back to the forefront. With a narrative that blends humour and horror, the chaotic dance of Armageddon is portrayed through the lens of memorable characters and delightful absurdity.

Prepare to be enthralled by this masterful collaboration that intricately weaves plotlines and showcases the comedic genius of Pratchett and Gaiman. As divine plans and human free will collide, Good Omens remains a timeless and entertaining exploration of good, evil, and everything in between.

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Good Omens has received high praise for its humour and wit. Reviewers describe it as wickedly funny and highlight the unique synergy between Pratchett's humour and Gaiman's dark style. It's considered a superbly funny and entertaining take on the apocalypse, blending light-hearted and sinister elements seamlessly.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781473200852

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 13 March 2014

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Gollancz

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 38.0mm

Width: 132.0mm

Height: 200.0mm

Weight: 459g

Pages: 432

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About the Author

Sir Terry Pratchett is a publishing phenomenon. Among his many prizes and citations are the WORLD FANTASY LIFE ACHIEVEMENT AWARD, the CARNEGIE MEDAL, the BSFA AWARD, eight honorary doctorates and, of course, a knighthood. In 2012, he won a BAFTA for his documentary on the subject of assisted suicide, 'Terry Pratchett: Choosing to Die'. He is the author of 50 bestselling books but is best known for the globally renowned Discworld series. The first Discworld novel, THE COLOUR OF MAGIC, was published in 1983, and the series is still going strong almost three decades later. Four Discworld novels - HOGFATHER, GOING POSTAL, THE COLOUR OF MAGIC and THE LIGHT FANTASTIC - have been adapted for television, with more to follow. His books have sold approximately 75 million copies worldwide (but who's counting ), and been translated into 37 languages. Terry Pratchett lives near Salisbury in Wiltshire. Follow him on Twitter at @terryandrob

Neil Gaiman is the internationally bestselling author of the Sandman series of graphic novels, FRAGILE THINGS, ANANSI BOYS, NEVERWHERE, STARDUST and CORALINE. He won the HUGO and NEBULA AWARDs for best novel with AMERICAN GODS. Born in the UK, he now lives in the United States. Follow him on Twitter at @neilhimself