The Light Fantastic
The Light Fantastic
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Discworld • Fantasy World
2016
12-18 years
Super Short Summary
The Light Fantastic by Terry Pratchett follows the journey of the novice wizard Rincewind and the naive tourist Twoflower as they navigate a fantastical world filled with magic and danger. This second installment of the Discworld series continues their adventures, blending humor with imaginative storytelling.
Humorous
Fantastical
Adventurous
Playful
Reviews & Readership
571 ratings
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Review Roundup
Terry Pratchett's The Light Fantastic is celebrated for its witty humor, imaginative world-building, and engaging narrative. Readers appreciate the satirical tone and the development of beloved characters introduced in The Colour of Magic. Some criticisms include occasional pacing issues and complex plotlines that may confuse new readers. Overall, it's a delightful and thought-provoking read.
Who Should Read The Light Fantastic?
Readers who revel in witty fantasy with rich world-building, like Douglas Adams' The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy or Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett’s Good Omens, will enjoy Terry Pratchett's The Light Fantastic. Fans of satire, whimsical humor, and clever social commentary will find this book particularly delightful.
571 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
The Light Fantastic is the second novel in Terry Pratchett's Discworld series and continues the adventure from where The Color of Magic left off, exploring more of the whimsical and satirical world.
Pratchett intended the title to be a play on the phrase "trip the light fantastic," which means to dance in a lively and imaginary manner, reflecting the book's humorous and fantastical elements.
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The novel introduced a key character, Cohen the Barbarian, who became a fan-favorite for subverting the traditional barbarian hero trope with his elderly and humorous demeanor.
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Novel • Fiction
Discworld • Fantasy World
2016
12-18 years
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