Overview: Focuses on Terry Pratchett, so far the subject of relatively little scholarly attention.Gives an overview both of Pratchett‘s work and of criticism to date, and provides a framework for future researc.This book highlights the multi-dimensionality of the work of British fantasy writer and Discworld creator Terry Pratchett. Taking into account content, political commentary, and literary technique, it explores the impact of Pratchett‘s work on fantasy writing and genre conventions.With chapters on gender, multiculturalism, secularism, education, and relativism, Section One focuses on di
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