An article by Brandon Sanderson gives a marvelous argument for the Shakespeare comparison. And also says: "But what other authors do with light allusions, Discworld does with a sledgehammer. And with light allusion too. Then it steals your wallet."
An article at Tor is another tribute. "His ability to write fantasy novels that are sharp, referential, and relevant have led many fans to the genre who might have otherwise never explored it. His is a mind that never stops learning and exploring, and the books that he writes reflect the scope of his interests, making us smarter in turn."
If you've never read this man's work, I'd suggest Going Postal or Small Gods or Witches Abroad or Hogfather to get you started. If he's your kind of author, well, then you'll understand firsthand about Discworld stealing your wallet.
Worth every dollar. Or pound. Or cockle. Or whatever your local bookseller accepts in trade.
Terry Pratchett's website
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I've only read one of those, so I've made a note the other three to read. So far, Mort is my favourite.
Hi, Tim! Good to see you!
I enjoyed Mort, too. The entire series with Death as the main character is good. (Hogfather is part of that.)
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