Sir Terry Pratchett has died
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RIP Pterry...
I've said this elseware, but outside of my family Terry probably had the biggest role in shaping who I am. I wish he could have stuck around on this Earth longer (without the Alzheimer's), but I find comfort in knowing that he impacted the lives of a great many people and leaves behind an incredible legacy.
RIP
I think it's time for a re-read of his novels.
I think it's time for a re-read of his novels.
How many of us have accomplished a tenth of what he has ? Another twenty years would have been what, another twenty odd novels ?
It's an outstanding legacy regardless.
The world is a less pleasant place without him.
"Don't think of it as dying. Just think of it as leaving early to avoid the rush."
Rest in peace, Sir Terry. Thank you for so many wonderful books that will entertain generations.
Rest in peace, Sir Terry. Thank you for so many wonderful books that will entertain generations.
Only Terry Pratchett would narrate his own death scene! Funny till the end. 
He was a wonderful writer.
I said to my husband one day, "You know, Terry Pratchett reminds me of another famous writer."
Husband: Who?
Me: Well, he has deep insight into human nature and writes fabulous prose; some lines are so well phrased that they beg to be read aloud, just to savor their perfection. His books are rollicking good adventure on the surface, and one can enjoy them on that level if one wishes. But there's also a deeper meaning, and he tells us quite a lot about the human condition, for people who want to listen.
Husband: You can't possibly mean ...
Me: Shakespeare!
Yes, I think Mr. Pratchett was a Shakespeare for our time. Thanks for all the fun and all the lessons, Mr. Pratchett. I think you probably had a good time while you were here, and I'm glad of that, because you certainly gave one to others.
I said to my husband one day, "You know, Terry Pratchett reminds me of another famous writer."
Husband: Who?
Me: Well, he has deep insight into human nature and writes fabulous prose; some lines are so well phrased that they beg to be read aloud, just to savor their perfection. His books are rollicking good adventure on the surface, and one can enjoy them on that level if one wishes. But there's also a deeper meaning, and he tells us quite a lot about the human condition, for people who want to listen.
Husband: You can't possibly mean ...
Me: Shakespeare!
Yes, I think Mr. Pratchett was a Shakespeare for our time. Thanks for all the fun and all the lessons, Mr. Pratchett. I think you probably had a good time while you were here, and I'm glad of that, because you certainly gave one to others.
The only thing I've ever read of his was his Long Earth collaboration with Stephen Baxter, but I thoroughly enjoyed it. This has been a rough year for nerds and geeks.
^^ Those are great quotes and both are very, very true.
RIP, Terry Pratchett.
I was thinking Mark Twain. He was definitely in their league.
RIP, Terry Pratchett.
If that's all you've seen of his work (and I'm not even clear as to the extent of his involvement on those books) then you're really missing out on the good stuff. I suggest you go find a copy of 'Guards, Guards', 'Mort' or 'Going Postal'.
^^ Those are great quotes and both are very, very true.
I was thinking Mark Twain. He was definitely in their league.
RIP, Terry Pratchett.
I'd say he's probably the best we've had since Dickens.
I'd say Small Gods would both be good place to start, its free standing and gives a good view of the type of humor and style of his writing.
'Guards, Guards'. It's a street level entry to Ankh-Morpork and the start of the series that probably has the most ties to other books.
Failing that, have a look at this chart and just pick the starter book of whichever series you think sounds the most appealing to you and go from there.
You can't go too far wrong TBH. They're all good in their way and not a stinker among them.
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