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The Wee Free Men

(Discworld Novel 30)
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The Wee Free Men by Terry Pratchett follows the story of a young girl named Tiffany Aching, who discovers her potential as a witch when her brother is kidnapped by malevolent creatures. To rescue him, she joins forces with the Nac Mac Feegle, a clan of tiny blue warriors with a penchant for chaos. The narrative is filled with humour, adventure, and magic, providing a delightful tale for young readers.
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You might enjoy this book if you're a fan of imaginative fantasy adventures mixed with humour. It follows a young girl as she embarks on a journey filled with magic and quirky creatures. If delightful tales and whimsical escapades intrigue you, this story will likely capture your interest.

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The Wee Free Men

Luckily she has some very unusual help: the local Nac Mac Feegle – aka the Wee Free Men – a clan of fierce, sheep-stealing, sword-wielding, six-inch-high blue men.

Together they must face headless horsemen, ferocious grimhounds, terrifying dreams come true, and ultimately the sinister Queen of the Elves herself .

The first in a series of Discworld novels starring the young witch Tiffany Aching.

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The Wee Free Men is the first in a series of Discworld novels starring the young witch Tiffany Aching.

A nightmarish danger threatens from the other side of reality...

Armed with only a frying pan and her common sense, young witch-to-be Tiffany Aching must defend her home against the monsters of Fairyland. Luckily, she has some very unusual help— the local Nac Mac Feegle, also known as the Wee Free Men, a clan of fierce, sheep-stealing, sword-wielding, six-inch-high blue men.

Together they must face headless horsemen, ferocious grimhounds, terrifying dreams come true, and ultimately the sinister Queen of the Elves herself...

The first book in the Tiffany Aching sequence

Series: Discworld Novels

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Terry Pratchett's book is often described as a comic fantasy classic, praised for its humour and imaginative storytelling. It features cleverly twisted takes on familiar concepts, with memorable characters and vivid scenes that captivate readers. Reviewers highlight it as both amusing and thought-provoking, making it a delightful read for children.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780552549059

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 29 April 2004

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Corgi Childrens

Audience: Children, Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 225g

Pages: 320

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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