This title is number 34 in the series (and the 34th that I have read as I've gone through them strictly in order) - and so far he is up to number 40, so I'm not too far behind, I will catch up :)
And this book is no exception - it's essentially about racism/sectarianism - and it hits some home truths along the way - but in the usual charming and witty way, so at no point do you feel preached at
The story in a nutshell - is that the anniversary of some long forgotten battle between the dwarves and trolls is fast approaching - and the city watch are expecting trouble - and this tension is further exacerbated by the murder of a leading dwarf demagogue
Commander Vimes and his motley crew therefore need to solve the murder and keep the peace, all in a day's work for Ankh-Morpork's finest...
The book was very entertaining to read, classic Pratchett (although with slightly fewer footnotes than in the earlier books, which I missed), funny, sad, thought-provoking in equal measures.
As for my artwork this month, I've kind of messed up as this will mean absolutely zilch to anyone who hasn't read the book - but I can't explain it as it relates to a pivotal scene at the end of the story, which I can't tell you as it would be a big spoiler!
So all you need to know is that is supposed to be Sam Vimes, and he REALLY wants to know where his cow is :) Oh - and those symbols in the background are dwarvish mining signs which crop up frequently throughout the story:
Sorry to be so vague...... you'll just have to go and read the book for it all to make sense :)
See you again next month, when I'll be reviewing Just My Type by Simon Garfield
12 comments:
Sounds like a fun series...your art confirms that!! :)
You are so right about Pratchett: he does look at the real world through the lens of fantasy and he does this with lots of wisdom, I think. It's a long time since I read his Discworld novels and I don't know this one; but your art is terrific and even though I don't know what the incident is it illustrates, I do recall Vimes and it looks great! Julie Ann xx
I've never heard of Pratchett, but I sure like the art. It made me laugh, although I'm not sure that was the original intent. I did enjoy the review, though. I could tell you are really into this series, too.
I'm not a Pratchett fan but I enjoyed reading your review all the same - and I LOVE your artwork, that shouting face is superb!
I have got Just My Type by Simon Garfield (as yet unread). I'm just finishing off the madness that is Tracey Emin's Strangeland and then I'll read JMT so I can either nod along with your review or robustly object ;)
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Not knowing the story doesn't take anything away from your art. I love it! :D XXX
Brilliant piece of artwork! Not a fan of Pratchett myself but I did enjoy reading your review and looking at your art.
Janet xx
I haven't read any Pratchett but one of my sisters is a huge fan. i keep meaning to but it's the length of the series that puts me off. I played the PC game once - really liked the Death character :)
Loving your art work - made me laugh - 'course he wants to know where his cow is. Who wouldn't.
A terrffic review, so readable and expertly written. I haven't read any Pratchet and it's a bit late in life to start on a 40-book marathon, but I can see the appeal from your review.
Doesn't matter if we haven't read the book, the painting you have done stands as a piece of art by itself. I love it. Even if it happens to be sad in the book, it makes me smile every time I look at it. I hope he finds her.
Super art work, great face and the use of the symbols is clever. Not a Prachett fan so will not be reading the book but good review.
Jen x
What fun! DH is a BIG Pratchett fan - I've just pre-ordered the new one for him (comes out next month)..I've read a couple of his shorter books too and watched the "Colour of Magic" and "Going Postal" on TV.
Love the artwork and your review in equal measure.
Hugs xx
Sounds like a great read. Love your artwork! :)
Love the Discworld books, I am waaaaay behind, though we do have this one in the bookcase. love your Vimes...need to know more about his cow now hahaha
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