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Good Omens

A humorous tale of the apocalypse and unlikely friendships

Neil Gaiman author Terry Pratchett author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Transworld Publishers Ltd

Published:13th Oct '11

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In a world facing impending doom, an angel and a demon team up to avert the predicted apocalypse in Good Omens, blending humor and insight.

In Good Omens, the world is on the brink of apocalypse, with the predicted arrival of Judgment Day looming just around the corner. As the clock ticks down to Saturday afternoon, the unlikely duo of an angel and a demon find themselves in a race against time to prevent the end of the world. Aziraphale, the angel, and Crowley, the demon, have grown rather fond of Earth and its inhabitants, and they are not quite ready to see it all come to an end. Their humorous and chaotic journey takes them through a series of misadventures as they try to locate the Antichrist, who has been misplaced due to a mix-up at birth.

The narrative is filled with witty observations and clever commentary on humanity, exploring themes of good versus evil, fate, and free will. As various characters, including witches, a witchfinder, and an inept child, become embroiled in the unfolding events, the story weaves together their fates in unexpected ways. The authors, Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman, masterfully blend dark humor with poignant moments, inviting readers to reflect on the absurdity of life and the choices that define us.

Ultimately, Good Omens is not just a tale about the end of the world; it is also a celebration of friendship, love, and the complexities of human nature. With its engaging characters and sharp wit, the book offers a unique perspective on the age-old question of what it means to be good or evil in a world that often defies categorization.

Marvellously benign, ridiculously inventive and gloriously funny * GUARDIAN *
Wickedly funny * TIME OUT *
A superbly funny book. Pratchett and Gaiman are the most hilariously sinister team since Jekyll and Hyde. If this is Armageddon, count me in -- JAMES HERBERT
Wow * WASHINGTON POST *
'Heaven to read, and you'll laugh like hell' * Time Out *

ISBN: 9780552159845

Dimensions: 198mm x 128mm x 25mm

Weight: 288g

416 pages