Carpe Jugulum: A Discworld Novel by Terry Pratchett Paperback Book

Description: Carpe Jugulum by Terry Pratchett "The novel exudes the curious feel of old-fashioned vampire and Frankenstein legends. . . . Pratchett lampoons everything from Christian superstition to Swiss Army knives here, proving that the fantasy satire of Discworld still atent dead."--Publishers WeeklyAn invasion of fashionable blood-sucking vampyres are no match for the wacky wands and zany spells of a coven of rural witches in this wonderfully entertaining Discworld novel from New York Times bestselling author Terry Pratchett.In a fit of enlightened democracy and ebullient goodwill brought on by the birth of his new daughter, King Verence invites Uberwalds undead, the sophisticated Magpyrs, into Lancre. Everyone knows you dont allow vampires into your castle--unless you want permanent guests. Now that theyre here, these wine-drinking, garlic-eating, fancy waistcoat-wearing, sun-loving stylish vampires have no intention of leaving . . . ever.But the modern, urban Magpyres havent met their old-fashioned country neighbors yet.Lacres coven of four--Granny Weatherwax, Nanny Ogg, Magrat, and young Agnes--dont take kindly to murderous intruders. They know theres only one way to win a bloody fight. Go for the throat, or as the vampyres themselves say . . . Carpe Jugulum!The Discworld novels can be read in any order but Carpe Jugulum is the 6th book in the Witches collection.The Witches collection in order: Equal RitesWyrd SistersWitches AbroadLords and LadiesMaskerade FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Terry Pratchett (1948-2015) is the acclaimed creator of the globally revered Discworld series. In all, he authored more than fifty bestselling books, which have sold more than one hundred 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 by Queen Elizabeth II for his services to literature in 2009, although he always wryly maintained that his greatest service to literature was to avoid writing any. Review "[An] elaborate confection." -- London Times"Exudes the curious feel of old-fashioned vampire and Frankenstein legends. . . . Pratchett lampoons everything from Christain superstition to Swiss Army knives here, proving that the fantasy sire of Discworld still atent dead." -- Publishers Weekly"Fresh, inventive, and funny." -- Birmingham Post Details ISBN0063385635 Series Witches Year 2024 ISBN-13 9780063385634 Format Paperback Publication Date 2024-10-08 Subtitle A Discworld Novel Series Number 6 Audience General Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Inc Imprint Collins Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States US Release Date 2024-10-08 Imprint US Harper Paperbacks Publisher US HarperCollins DEWEY 823.914 Pages 384 Author Terry Pratchett 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:161889856;

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