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Wyrd Sisters Mass market paperbound - 2001
by Terry Pratchett
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Terry's Pratchett's profoundly irrelevetn novels, are consistent number one bestsellers in England, where they have catapulted him into the highest echelons of parody next to Mark Twain, Kurt Vonnegut, Douglas Adams, and Carl Hiaasen.Meet Granny Weatherwx, the most highly regarded non-leader a coven of non-social witches could ever have. Generally, these loners don't get involved in anything, mush less royal intrigue. but then there are those times they can't help it. As Granny Weatherwzx is about to discover, though, it's a lot harder to stir up trouble in the castle than some theatrical types would have you think. Even when you've got a few unexpected spells up your sleave.
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Readers praised Wyrd Sisters for sharp wit, rich Shakespeare riffs, and the lively chemistry of Granny Weatherwax, Nanny Ogg, and Magrat. Many called it a standout early Discworld entry with memorable lines and a satisfying final act. Some, however, reported a slow start, confusing scene shifts, and humor that leans heavily on Macbeth and other plays, making parts hard to follow. The book’s musings on power, memory, and narrative felt timely to several readers, and the Indira Varma audiobook earned special commendation.
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The wind howled.
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- Title Wyrd Sisters
- Author Terry Pratchett
- Binding Mass Market Paperbound
- Edition Reprint
- Pages 265
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Hartorch, New York, New York
- Publication date February 1, 2001
- ISBN 9780061020667 / 0061020664
- Weight 0.3 lbs (0.14 kg)
- Dimensions 6.68 x 6.69 x 0.79 in (16.97 x 16.99 x 2.01 cm)
- Reading level 700
- Category Fiction - Fantasy
- Library of Congress subjects Fantasy fiction, Witches
- Dewey Decimal Code FIC
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