One of the most endearing characters created by Pratchett is definitely Death who gets an unexpected (and undesired!) retirement. Things - as always -One of the most endearing characters created by Pratchett is definitely Death who gets an unexpected (and undesired!) retirement. Things - as always - go horribly wrong with the interference of the Unseen University and a host of minor characters. I prefer the Rincewind and Luggage stories, but Death makes for some light entertainment and this one does not disappoint!...more
[image] What a delightful story! Mister Major is able to save the Sicilian town on Adano from themselves following the America. Invasion during WWII. B[image] What a delightful story! Mister Major is able to save the Sicilian town on Adano from themselves following the America. Invasion during WWII. But, in Catch-22 fashion, a good deed is never left unpunished. High comedy and hijinx abound in this wonderful story of the clash of two cultures and one man’s attempt to breathe some sanity into a crazy situation. Absolutely deserving of the 1945 Pulitzer Prize!
My votable list of Pulitzer winners which I have read (only have the 40s, 50s, and 60s to finish!): ...more
[image] This is a hilarious story about an old guy and a bunch of criminal nincompoops in Sweden. It is lovingly written and full of wry humor and good[image] This is a hilarious story about an old guy and a bunch of criminal nincompoops in Sweden. It is lovingly written and full of wry humor and good sense. Highly recommended for light reading during these somewhat dark times....more
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