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The Last Continent (Discworld, #22; Rincewind, #6)

Terry Pratchett
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The Last Continent (Discworld, #22; Rincewind, #6)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2006

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Terry Pratchett

The Last Continent (Discworld, #22; Rincewind, #6)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

416

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Setting

Discworld • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2006

Recommended Reading Age

13+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Last Continent by Terry Pratchett is part of the Discworld series, where Rincewind the wizard is transported to a peculiar land resembling Australia. He navigates this strange continent, facing unique challenges while ensuring the fabric of reality remains intact. The story blends humor and fantasy in Pratchett's signature style.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

64,557 ratings

73%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Terry Pratchett's The Last Continent is celebrated for its witty humor, clever satire, and imaginative world-building. Fans appreciate its playful take on Australian culture and the engaging story. However, some critics feel it leans on cultural clichés and lacks the depth of other Discworld novels. Overall, it's a delightful read for Pratchett enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Last Continent (Discworld, #22; Rincewind, #6)?

Readers who relish satirical fantasy and humorous takes on culture and mythology will enjoy The Last Continent by Terry Pratchett. Fans of Douglas Adams’s The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy and Neil Gaiman’s Good Omens will appreciate Pratchett’s wit and the richly absurd Discworld universe.

4.3

64,557 ratings

73%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

416

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Setting

Discworld • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2006

Recommended Reading Age

13+ years

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