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Synopsis
Terry Pratchett's profoundly irreverent novels are consistent number one bestsellers in England, where they have garnered him a revered position in the halls of parody next to Mark Twain, Kurt Vonnegut, Douglas Adams, and Carl Hiaasen.The Color of Magic is Terry Pratchett's maiden voyage through the now-legendary land of Discworld. This is where it all begins--with the tourist Twoflower and his wizard guide, Rincewind.
Is The Colour of Magic appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
A humorous fantasy adventure with mild comic peril and satirical tone. No graphic content, but sophisticated British humor and parody references make it best appreciated by older readers despite family-friendly content.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and mild language.
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Who'll love this
Teens who enjoy witty, absurd humor and satirical fantasy adventures will love following a hapless wizard and clueless tourist through misadventures.