Knighted for services to literature, Sir Terry Pratchett is one of the world's best-loved writers. He is the award-winning author of many children's books, including Printz Honor books Nation and Dodger, and the recipient of the Margaret A. Edwards Award for his significant and lasting contribution to young adult literature. Sir Terry lives in England. Visit his website at www.terrypratchettbooks.com.
"The perfect starting place for young readers; seasoned Pratchett
fans will just revel in his wit, his subversion of tropes and his
sense of humanity. . . . Small in scale but large in pleasure."
-- Kirkus Reviews"This story is inventive in its carefully
worked-out central conceit, often vey funny, and dotted with some
genuinely scary bits, as well as Pratchett's wiry 1971 spot
illustrations." -- Publishers Weekly"All of the big political ideas
of mid-century epic fantasy are here writ literally small and
carried along by Pratchett's signature wit and flawless
pacing."
-- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books"Sure to be sought
after by Pratchett's fans, young and old, this adventure will also
amuse children who have never heard his name."
-- Booklist"Fantasy with comedic flair is the Pratchett trademark .
. . [This] book will entice young readers into a world with enough
adventure, terror, and comic relief to keep them intrigued."
-- Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)"The brisk narrative mixes sly
wit and occasional puns with lively battle scenes and mysterious
revelations. . . an excellent entree to Pratchett's work." --
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