The Color of Magic (Discworld, #1; Rincewind #1)
by Terry Pratchett
The Color of Magic by Terry Pratchett holds a well received rating of 3.97 out of 5, based on 190.6K reader ratings. First published in 1983. The book spans 228 pages.
About The Color of Magic
Terry Pratchett's profoundly irreverent, bestselling novels have garnered him a revered position in the halls of parody next to the likes of 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.On a world supported on the back of a giant turtle (sex unknown), a gleeful, explosive, wickedly eccentric expedition sets out. There's an avaricious but inept wizard, a naive tourist whose luggage moves on hundreds of dear little legs, dragons who only exist if you believe in them, and of course THE EDGE of the planet...
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Terry Pratchett |
| Published | 1983 |
| Pages | 228 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Fiction, Science Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.97 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 190,590 |
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What genre is The Color of Magic?
The Color of Magic is categorized as Fantasy, Fiction, Science Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Color of Magic worth reading?
Based on 190.6K reader ratings, The Color of Magic has an average score of 3.97 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Color of Magic?
The Color of Magic has 228 pages.
Who wrote The Color of Magic?
The Color of Magic was written by Terry Pratchett. It was first published in 1983.
What is the ISBN for The Color of Magic?
The ISBN-13 for The Color of Magic is 9780060855920.0.
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