Description: This Discworld fantasy is a humorous look at the rise of new technologies and the power of the press. William de Worde, an industrious scribe using a newfangled invention from the dwarf community called a "printing press," starts Ankh-Mo...
Synopsis This Discworld fantasy is a humorous look at the rise of new technologies and the power of the press. William de Worde, an industrious scribe using a newfangled invention from the dwarf community called a "printing press," starts Ankh-Morpork's first newspaper, kicking off a media war with the Guild of Engravers and becoming vital to uncovering the truth when the Patrician (the city's ruler) is framed for murder and embezzlement.
Details
Publication Date:
2001-09-01
Narrated by:
Stephen Briggs
Series:
Discworld Series
Edition Description:
Unabridged
Size
Height:
9.3 in
Width:
6.8 in
Thickness:
1.2 in
Weight:
16.8 oz
Industry Reviews "Readers who've never visited Discworld before may find themselves laughing out loud, even as they cheer on the good guys, while longtime fans are sure to call this Pratchett's best one yet." (starred review) Publishers Weekly (10/30/2000)