Mrs Bradshaw's Handbook
The essential travel guide for anyone wanting to discover the sights and sounds of Sir Terry Pratchett’s amazing Discworld
(Autor) Terry PratchettThe ultimate Discworld artefact - Mrs Bradshaw's Handbook is the complete guide to the railways of Sir Terry Pratchett's number one bestseller Raising Steam What fans are saying... 'A must have for any Discworld fan' - * Reader review 'No Discworld fan should have this missing from their collection' - Reader review 'An absolute gem with all the wit and sarcasm we expect from a Terry Pratchett book' - Reader review 'What a cracking read' - Reader review 'Just brilliant!! Typically what you would expect from Terry Pratchett - couldn't put it down' - Reader review ************* Authorised by Mr Lipwig of the Ankh-Morpork and Sto Plains Hygienic Railway himself, Mrs Georgina Bradshaw's invaluable guide to the destinations and diversions of the railway deserves a place in the luggage of any traveller, or indeed armchair traveller, upon the Disc. Mrs Bradshaw offers useful insights into... * Edifying sights along the route: from the twine walk of Great Slack to the souks of Zemphis: * Essential hints on the practicalities of travel: ticketing, nostrums and transporting your swamp dragon * Elegant resorts and quaint inns: respectable and sanitary lodgings for all species and heights. * Diverting trivia: a full overview of the crafts, foods and brassica traditions of the many industrious people for whom the railway is now a vital link to the Century of the Anchovy Fully illustrated and replete with useful titbits, Mrs Bradshaw's Handbook offers a view of the Sto Plains like no other. A must- purchase for any fan of the legendary Sir Terry Pratchett.
Terry Pratchett
Sir Terry Pratchett was a British author known for his satirical fantasy novels. He is best known for his Discworld series, which consists of over 40 books set in a flat world balanced on the backs of four elephants standing on the back of a giant turtle. Pratchett's works combine humor, wit, and social commentary, making them beloved by readers of all ages. His most famous work, "Mort," follows a young man who becomes Death's apprentice. Pratchett's writing style is marked by clever wordplay, quirky characters, and insightful observations about the human condition. He was a prolific writer who won numerous awards for his contributions to literature, and his impact on the fantasy genre is undeniable. Terry Pratchett passed away in 2015, leaving behind a legacy of beloved books that continue to enchant readers around the world.