Nation by Terry Pratchett (English) Paperback Book

Description: Nation by Terry Pratchett, Laura Ellen Anderson Widely thought of as the best book Terry Pratchett ever wrote, this is a story of a Nation, a story of a friendship, a story of growing up and the truths we must learn. And its soon clear that Daphne and Mau must fight for their Nation.Then a discovery is made that will change the entire world forever . FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Terry Pratchetts masterpiece - a desert island story of epic and hilarious proportions. Now available in this brand-new, stunning edition.Widely thought of as the best book Terry Pratchett ever wrote, this is a story of a Nation, a story of a friendship, a story of growing up and the truths we must learn. It is epic in every sense . . .Prepare for the world to be turned upside down . . .For Mau, halfway between boy and man, it happens when a great wave destroys his entire village. For Daphne, its when the same wave crashes her ship into the island that was once Maus home. Everything they once had is now so far away, lost to distance and time.But when Daphne stops trying to shoot Mau (she did apologise for it), and instead uses a salvaged invitation card to invite him to tea, they discover a new home can be theirs.And then people start arriving on the island - some very good, some very bad. And its soon clear that Daphne and Mau must fight for their Nation.Then a discovery is made that will change the entire world forever . . . Author Biography 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. Review Surely in some corner of the multiverse, there is a civilization based on the thinking of Terry Pratchett. And what a civilized corner of the universe that must be. -- Frank Cottrell-BoyceThought-provoking as well as fun, this is Pratchett at his most philosophical, with characters and situations sprung from ideas and games with language. And it celebrates the joy of the moment. * The Times *Its witty and wise, but it leaves its young readers enough room for a newly formed opinion or two as they think about its themes of love, loss, loyalty, courage, religion and nationhood. * *An enchanting novel... Terry Pratchett is one of the most interesting and critically under-rated novelists we have. * The Times *The unique pleasure of this story is that all the serious subjects and juicy ethical questions, such as the dilemma of the compassionate lie, are fully woven into action and character. Satirical portraits of upper-class twits, slapstick buffoonery, bad puns, and that particular brand of English wit buoy this story at every turn. Add a romance of gentle sweetness, encounters with ghosts, and lots of gunfire, and it is hard to imagine a reader who wont feel welcomed into this nation * The Horn Book, USA * Promotional Terry Pratchetts masterpiece - a desert island story of epic and hilarious proportions. Now available in this brand-new, stunning edition. Review Text Thought-provoking as well as fun, this is Pratchett at his most philosophical, with characters and situations sprung from ideas and games with language. And it celebrates the joy of the moment. Review Quote Thought-provoking as well as fun, this is Pratchett at his most philosophical, with characters and situations sprung from ideas and games with language. And it celebrates the joy of the moment. Promotional "Headline" Terry Pratchetts masterpiece - a desert island story of epic and hilarious proportions. Now available in this brand-new, stunning edition. Details ISBN0552577197 Pages 432 Year 2019 ISBN-10 0552577197 ISBN-13 9780552577199 Publication Date 2019-07-25 Audience Age 9-16 Format Paperback Imprint Corgi Childrens Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 823.92 Language English UK Release Date 2019-07-25 AU Release Date 2019-07-25 NZ Release Date 2019-07-25 Author Laura Ellen Anderson Publisher Penguin Random House Childrens UK Audience Teenage / Young adult Alternative 9781407008547 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:125857138;

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