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Eric

Terry Pratchett
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Eric

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1975

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Terry Pratchett

Eric

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1975
Book Details
Pages

267

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

Discworld • Fantasy World

Topic
Publication Year

1975

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

810L

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Super Short Summary

Eric by Terry Pratchett follows a young person named Eric who mistakenly summons a hapless wizard named Rincewind, believing him to be a demon capable of granting three wishes. Together, they embark on a chaotic journey through time and space, encountering various mythical and historical beings. It is the ninth novel in the Discworld series.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

989 ratings

81%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Terry Pratchett's Eric elicits mixed reviews. Praised for its humor and insightful satire in a reimagined Faustian tale, it showcases Pratchett's wit and creativity. However, some critics find it less impactful than his other works, citing a thinner plot and weaker character development. Overall, fans of Discworld may appreciate its cleverness, though it may not be a standout in the series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Eric?

A reader who enjoys Eric by Terry Pratchett is likely fascinated by satirical, humorous fantasy. Fans of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams will appreciate Pratchett's wit and playful take on classic literary and historical tropes within the Discworld series. This reader enjoys clever, parodic storytelling and a lighthearted yet intelligent narrative.

4.4

989 ratings

81%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

267

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

Discworld • Fantasy World

Topic
Publication Year

1975

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

810L

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