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Pyramids

Discworld: The Gods Collection
Series: Discworld
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Terry Pratchett's Pyramids is a humorous fantasy novel set in the Discworld universe. The story follows Teppic, a young prince sent away to master embalming and the art of assassination. When he inherits the throne, he finds himself caught in a realm filled with gods, pyramids, and the peculiarities of an ancient, yet hilariously chaotic kingdom.
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You might enjoy Terry Pratchett's imaginative journey through a whimsical world of gods, pharaohs, and pyramids. This book may appeal to you if you love a humorous blend of fantasy and satire with clever commentary on ancient myths and modern society.

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Pyramids

A beautiful gift-edition hardback of the classic Discworld novel.

A beautiful gift-edition hardback of the classic Discworld novel.

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'Look after the dead', said the priests, 'and the dead will look after you'.

Wise words in all probability, but a tall order when you have just become the pharaoh of a small and penniless country whose largesse—and indeed treasury—is unlikely to stretch to the building of a monumental pyramid to honour your dead father.

And particularly when your only visible means of support is a recently acquired qualification from the Guild of Assassins where running a kingdom and basic financial acumen were not prerequisites for course entry...

Series: Discworld

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Pyramids by Terry Pratchett is widely praised for its humour, inventiveness, and unique style. Critics highlight the book's delightful sequences, wisdom, and Pratchett's distinctive subject matter, contributing to the lasting appeal of the Discworld series.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781473200142

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 16 January 2014

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Gollancz

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 136.0mm

Height: 202.0mm

Weight: 368g

Pages: 320

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, THE COLOUR OF MAGIC, GOING POSTAL 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.

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