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The Colour Of Magic

(Discworld Novel 1)

Terry Pratchett author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Transworld Publishers Ltd

Published:1st Apr '05

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In a world where logic is turned upside down, The Colour Of Magic follows a hapless wizard and an unwitting tourist on a chaotic adventure.

In The Colour Of Magic, readers are introduced to Twoflower, a tourist who is the first of his kind to visit the Discworld. Rincewind, a hapless wizard, quickly concludes that being a tourist equates to being an idiot. The Discworld is a unique realm that exists on the boundary between thought and reality, possessing its own peculiarities that set it apart from our own world. Here, logic and reason take a backseat to the bizarre and whimsical nature of existence.

As the narrative unfolds, the arrival of Twoflower poses a significant threat to the balance of the Discworld. His presence stirs up chaos, drawing the attention of robbers, mercenaries, and even Death himself. Rincewind, who is tasked with safeguarding Twoflower, finds himself in a precarious situation. His lack of competence as a wizard becomes evident as he navigates through the challenges posed by both the environment and the characters he encounters.

Ultimately, The Colour Of Magic blends humor, fantasy, and adventure, highlighting the absurdities of life in a world where anything can happen. It explores themes of survival, friendship, and the often illogical nature of reality, all while keeping readers entertained with its quirky characters and imaginative settings.

'One of the best and funniest English authors alive'

* Independent *
In the tradition of classic British humour...Incidentally informative about everything from quantum physics to the behaviour of camels. He may parody history and myth, but at the same time he resuscitates and animates them. * Guardi

ISBN: 9780552152921

Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 18mm

Weight: 204g

288 pages