muggle not Posted November 27, 2007 Share Posted November 27, 2007 Hi all! I've never read a Terry Pratchett book, but reading this thread has gotten me thinking about it. Which one would you recommend for the first??? Wow, tough question. Here is a list of Pratchett books, no quarantee though that it is complete. You may want to start with "Mort". However, wait a few days to see if you get other recommendations on where to start. http://www.amazon.com/Discworld-Terry-Pratchett/lm/R3GNQGXRQBWZEU/ref=cm_lmt_fvlm_f_1_rlrsrs0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kell Posted November 27, 2007 Share Posted November 27, 2007 Hi all! I've never read a Terry Pratchett book, but reading this thread has gotten me thinking about it. Which one would you recommend for the first??? If you're completely new to Pratchett, well, all I can say is - what fun you have coming your way! There's an excellent guide to possible reading orders HERE - start at any odf the golden-coloured squares - they all start "mini-series" within the Discworld as a whole. Start with ANY of those, except, perhaps, The Colour of Magic, as in my opinion, the very first two books in the Discworld series are the weakest (just my opinion, but I really do feel they're not a patch on the later books!). I'd highly recommend starting with either Mort or Guards! Guards! as both are excellent and introduce some of the best-loved Discworld characters - Death and the City Wacth respectively. After that, follow the thread you've chosen till you reach the end, then choose another to follow. The most recent novel on the guide is A Hat Full of Sky, so the very latest one, Making Money isn't on there yet, but that one should be read after Going Postal. And now, I shall sit back and let you immerse youself in the Discworld - you may be gone some time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mia Posted November 27, 2007 Share Posted November 27, 2007 What Kell said! I agree with everything she said. (Are you reading my mind Kell?) I started with Mort, so I was going to say Mort or Guards! Guards!, the first in the City Watch sequence. As Kell said, the Colour of Magic and The Light Fantastic are the weakest and also my least favourite. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nici Posted November 27, 2007 Share Posted November 27, 2007 Hmmm I am thinking that I would like to start these books as well. *bookshelf groans under the weight of TBR books!* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz Posted November 27, 2007 Share Posted November 27, 2007 I think I might be on my own in thinking that the first two Discworlds were very enjoyable. They are a couple of my favourite Discworld tales. I can see, though, that they do not seem quite as 'polished' (if that is the right word) as his later books were. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kylie Posted November 27, 2007 Share Posted November 27, 2007 I think I might start with the first two. For one, there's a part of me that would feel very weird starting a series in the middle, even if they are in little 'branches' of their own. And secondly, if the first couple of books are weaker than the rest, then I would rather start with those so I can 'build up' to the better ones, rather than start off great and be disappointed later. Does that make sense? If I don't particularly enjoy the first two (which I'm sure won't be the case!) at least I know that it will only get better! I intend reading my first Pratchett early in the new year. I can't wait! I've been wanting to read these books for sooo long. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz Posted November 27, 2007 Share Posted November 27, 2007 One point that I feel might be in favour with starting at the beginning is that there is more explanation about the whole Discworld concept. Later Discworld books do have little bits of explanation here and there, but it tends to be slightly briefer (although not to the extent of being confusing). To be honest, though, I don't think it really matters which book you being with. I have been reading them in publication order simply because I, too, felt it would be slightly strange starting a series half-way through. I hope you enjoy them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justme Posted December 4, 2007 Share Posted December 4, 2007 Well, I've decided to start with Mort. Mostly because of everything that's been said here, and partly because I have a credit to spend at Audible.com and Mort is available:mrgreen: I usually have an audiobook on my ipod for when I'm driving, cooking dinner, moving laundry, etc. I've listened to the first little bit (no idea what chapter, lol, but I've heard 21 minutes so far.) I'm enjoying it so far, seems like it'll be a lot of fun. Thanks to all for their input. These are obviously much-loved books. I Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kell Posted December 4, 2007 Share Posted December 4, 2007 Who is it that's doing the reading, Justme? I think I heard somewhere that the Tony Robinson audio books are abridged versions, but the Stephen Briggs ones are the full-length ones, but I couldn't swear to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justme Posted December 8, 2007 Share Posted December 8, 2007 Who is it that's doing the reading, Justme? I thin I heard somewhere that the Tony Robinson audio bokos are abridged versions, but the Stephen Briggs ones are the full-length ones, but I couldn't swear to it. The narrator is Nigel Planer, and it is unabridged. I haven't had as much time to listen as I'd like, but am really enjoying it so far. Doesn't feel like I'm "jumping in" in the middle of a series at all. I'm sure there is some interesting background on death's daughter in previous books, but not knowing that doesnt seem to be hurting the story at all. 12/10/2007 Update: I finished Mort! I thoroughly enjoyed it and am looking forward to reading my next Discworld novel. Never would have even picked one up if it weren't for what I read here. Intersesting note...what do you think of the difference between the U.S. and the U.K. covers??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chicken Posted December 15, 2007 Share Posted December 15, 2007 If you're completely new to Pratchett, well, all I can say is - what fun you have coming your way! There's an excellent guide to possible reading orders HERE - start at any odf the golden-coloured squares - they all start "mini-series" within the Discworld as a whole. Start with ANY of those, except, perhaps, The Colour of Magic, as in my opinion, the very first two books in the Discworld series are the weakest (just my opinion, but I really do feel they're not a patch on the later books!). I'd highly recommend starting with either Mort or Guards! Guards! as both are excellent and introduce some of the best-loved Discworld characters - Death and the City Wacth respectively. After that, follow the thread you've chosen till you reach the end, then choose another to follow. The most recent novel on the guide is A Hat Full of Sky, so the very latest one, Making Money isn't on there yet, but that one should be read after Going Postal. And now, I shall sit back and let you immerse youself in the Discworld - you may be gone some time! Thanks for the link - been thinking of trying one of these books after buying my daughter A hat full of sky last christmas (and having a sneaky peek!) unfortunatly the book has dissappeared under the huge pile of washing she calls her bedroom floor and I am NOT searching through that lot for any body Now I have an idea where to start. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justme Posted December 26, 2007 Share Posted December 26, 2007 Following advice here, I read Mort first. Great advice! I liked it so much I decided to give The Colour of Magic a go. Snore. I just can't get through it. So, I've begun Reaper Man and am already hooked! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skysky69 Posted January 7, 2008 Share Posted January 7, 2008 Just a quick question really - do you have to read these in a particular order to understand them - do they make reference to previous events in previous books or are they all completely different stories? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kell Posted January 7, 2008 Share Posted January 7, 2008 If you check out THIS article and follow the link at the end, it'll take you to a very handy guide as to which order you can read them in so as not to come into things in the m,iddle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Icecream Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 Did anyone see Terry Pratchett on the news today? It was very touching. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 I saw him on the news might try some of his books again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supergran71 Posted March 13, 2008 Share Posted March 13, 2008 I did see him on the news and was impressed with his forthrightness. I have never read his books, but will put them on my list to try. He is determined to carry on writing for as long as possible. What a brave man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kell Posted March 14, 2008 Share Posted March 14, 2008 I didn't see the news, but wish I had. I love Terry's books and have the highest admiration for the man. When he does stop writing, it will be a very sad loss to the whole world - his books are marvellous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mia Posted March 14, 2008 Share Posted March 14, 2008 I didn't see the news either, but would have like to. There was an interview with him in the Daily Mirror yesterday though. I agree wholeheartedly with what Kell said. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Icecream Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 I agree with Kell too, and i have only read one. His ideas are amazing though. Seeing hime on the news was rather emotional. It looked like he was really upset at the though of not being able to write. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 It made me laugh to read he'd said "I'd eat the arse out of a dead mole if it meant finding a cure." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather Posted March 17, 2008 Share Posted March 17, 2008 I once read a book of his and enjoyed then I gor another one which i didn't enjoy. So can anyone tell what would be the best way to start reading his books. Are there different series is so where sould I start again please? Heather Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esiotrot Posted March 17, 2008 Share Posted March 17, 2008 Hi Heather - Kell posted this fantastic reading guide ~ http://www.addictedtodiscworld.com/ReadingGuide.html I saved it for referance as I havent yet tried any Pratchett but intend too Hope this helps - would be interested to hear where you start and what you think KxXx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather Posted March 17, 2008 Share Posted March 17, 2008 Hi Karol That is an excellent link I must try and print it but will have wait until I am at home. Supposed to be working but using the pute instead . Heather Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrissy Posted December 11, 2008 Share Posted December 11, 2008 I'd be hard pushed to choose a favourite from the discworld series, they are great reads. And may I add, Death rules! (You can't say that just anywhere!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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