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Jingo (Discworld, #21; City Watch, #4)

Terry Pratchett
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Jingo (Discworld, #21; City Watch, #4)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006

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Terry Pratchett

Jingo (Discworld, #21; City Watch, #4)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

461

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Setting

Ankh-Morpork • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

690L

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Super Short Summary

Terry Pratchett's Jingo is a satirical fantasy novel from the Discworld series. It explores themes of nationalism and war through the lens of Ankh-Morpork's City Watch, led by Sam Vimes, as they navigate rising tensions between their city and the neighboring Klatch empire.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

76,054 ratings

82%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Terry Pratchett's Jingo is praised for its humor, wit, and sharp satirical take on nationalism and war. Critics commend the novel's engaging characters and timely social commentary. However, some readers find the plot occasionally meandering and less cohesive compared to Pratchett's other works. Overall, Jingo remains a strong, thought-provoking addition to the Discworld series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Jingo (Discworld, #21; City Watch, #4)?

Fans of satirical fantasy with a keen sense of humor will enjoy Terry Pratchett's Jingo. Ideal for readers who appreciate the witty social commentary found in Douglas Adams's The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy and Neil Gaiman’s Neverwhere. This book blends intelligent humor with insightful reflections on conflict and diplomacy.

4.4

76,054 ratings

82%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

461

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Setting

Ankh-Morpork • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

690L

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