The Fifth Elephant (Discworld, #24; City Watch, #5)
by Terry Pratchett
The Fifth Elephant by Terry Pratchett holds a highly rated rating of 4.24 out of 5, based on 40.1K reader ratings. First published in 1999. The book spans 464 pages.
About The Fifth Elephant
They say that diplomacy is a gentle art. That its finest practitioners are subtle, sophisticated individuals for whom nuance and subtext are meat and drink. And that mastering it is a lifetime's work. But you do need a certain inclination in that direction. It's not something you can just pick up on the job.Which is a shame if you find yourself dropped unaccountably into a position of some significant diplomatic responsibility. If you don't really do diplomacy or haven't been to school with the right foreign bigwigs or aren't even sure whether a nod is as good as a wink to anyone, sighted or otherwise, then things are likely to go wrong. It's just a question of how badly...
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Terry Pratchett |
| Published | 1999 |
| Pages | 464 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 4.24 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 40,138 |
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What genre is The Fifth Elephant?
The Fifth Elephant is categorized as Fantasy, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Fifth Elephant worth reading?
Based on 40.1K reader ratings, The Fifth Elephant has an average score of 4.24 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Fifth Elephant?
The Fifth Elephant has 464 pages.
Who wrote The Fifth Elephant?
The Fifth Elephant was written by Terry Pratchett. It was first published in 1999.
What is the ISBN for The Fifth Elephant?
The ISBN-13 for The Fifth Elephant is 9780552154220.0.
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