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The Fifth Elephant


Book Description

Everyone knows that the world is flat, and supported on the backs of four elephants. But weren't there supposed to be five? Indeed there were. So where is it?...

When duty calls. Commander Vimes of the Ankh-Morpork constabulary answers. Even when he doesn't want to. He's been "invited" to attend a royal function as both detective and diplomat. The one role he relishes; the other requires,... More

Book Information
Publisheraudible.com
BindingAudio Download (28 editions)
Reading LevelUncategorized
# of PagesN/A
ISBN-10B000NOKBZW
Publication Date01/01/1901
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About Terry Pratchett (Author) : Terry Pratchett sold his first story when he was thirteen, which earned him enough money to buy a second-hand typewriter. His first novel, a humorous fantasy entitled The Carpet People, appeared in 19... more
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6/19/2009 Debra J Edwards tagged as: I read

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10/25/2008 Angela Mann said: 1090548
tags: I Read

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4/3/2008 Jae Johans said:
I love anything that uses language in surprising ways... words that catch you off guard in the middle of a sentence, or phrases that sneak up from behind and tickle you. For me, Terry Pratchett is consistent in this type of glorious torture. The kind that has you laughing out loud in public places a... more

tags: I recommend, Inspired me, I read

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