Hogfather: A Novel of Discworld by Terry Pratchett (English) Paperback Book

Description: Hogfather by Terry Pratchett "Exceptionally amusing and enjoyable." --Michael MoorcockTwas the night before Hogswatch and all through the house . . . something was missing. Dont miss this hilarious and irreverent installment in the beloved Discworld series from New York Times bestselling author Sir Terry Pratchett.Its the most wonderful time of the year, Hogswatchnight, when the Hogfather himself dons his red suit and climbs in his sleigh pulled by--of course--eight hogs, to shower gifts across Discworld. But when the fat man goes missing, someone has to sit in. Its up to Death to take up the reigns--otherwise the sun wont shine tomorrow . . . or ever again.Who would want to harm Discworlds most beloved icon? Very few things are held sacred in this twisted, corrupt, heartless--and oddly familiar--universe, but the Hogfather is one of them. Yet here it is, Hogswatchnight, that most joyous and acquisitive of times, and the jolly, old, red-suited gift-giver has vanished without a trace. And theres something shady going on involving an uncommonly psychotic member of the Assassins Guild and certain representatives of Ankh-Morporks rather extensive criminal element. Suddenly Discworlds entire myth system is unraveling at an alarming rate. Drastic measures must be taken, which is why Death himself is taking up the reins of the fat mans vacated sleigh . . . which, in turn, has Deaths level-headed granddaughter, Susan, racing to unravel the nasty, humbuggian mess before the holiday season goes straight to hell and takes everyone along with it.The Discworld novels can be read in any order, but Hogfather is the fourth book in the Death series. The collection includes: MortThe Reaper ManSoul MusicHogfatherThief of Time FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Back Cover Who would want to harm Discworlds most beloved icon? Very few things are held sacred in this twisted, corrupt, heartless--and oddly familiar--universe, but the Hogfather is one of them. Yet here it is, Hogswatchnight, that most joyous and acquisitive of times, and the jolly, old, red-suited gift-giver has vanished without a trace. And theres something shady going on involving an uncommonly psychotic member of the Assassins Guild and certain representatives of Ankh-Morporks rather extensive criminal element. Suddenly Discworlds entire myth system is unraveling at an alarming rate. Drastic measures must be taken, which is why Death himself is taking up the reins of the fat mans vacated sleigh . . . which, in turn, has Deaths level-headed granddaughter, Susan, racing to unravel the nasty, humbuggian mess before the holiday season goes straight to hell and takes everyone along with it. Author Biography SIR TERRY PRATCHETT is one of the most popular authors writing today. He lives behind a keyboard in Wiltshire and says he doesnt want to get a life, because it feels as though hes trying to lead three already. He was appointed OBE in 1998. His first Discworld novel for children, "The Amazing Maurice and His Educated Rodents, " was awarded the 2001 Carnegie Medal. "Hogfather "is the twentieth novel in his phenomenally successful Discworld series. Review - "Has the energy of "The Hitch-Hikers Guide to the Galaxy "and the inventiveness of "Alice in Wonderland"... It has also an intelligent wit and a truly original grim and comic grasp of the nature of things." --"The Sunday Times" - "Im addicted to Terry Pratchett." --A.S. Byatt"[Combines] the energy of The Hitch-Hikers Guide to the Galaxy and the inventiveness of Alice in Wonderland...It has also an intelligent wit and a truly original grim and comic grasp of the nature of things" -"Sunday Times""Im addicted to Terry Pratchett." -A.S. Byatt, "Sunday Times""Pratchetts writing is a constant delight. No one mixes the fantastical and mundane to better comic effect or offers sharper insights into the absurdities of human endeavour." -"Daily Mail" Details ISBN006227628X Short Title HOGFATHER Language English ISBN-10 006227628X ISBN-13 9780062276285 Media Book DEWEY FIC Year 2014 Publication Date 2014-01-28 Subtitle A Novel of Discworld Series Number 20 Author Terry Pratchett Pages 416 Series Discworld Format Paperback Audience General UK Release Date 2014-01-28 Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Inc Imprint Collins Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States US Release Date 2014-01-28 Imprint US Harper Publisher US HarperCollins 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:78207377;

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