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Sourcery

Sourcery
Sourcery

Terry Pratchett

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Synopsis


Rincewind is back in another hilarious Discworld adventure, featuring Sir Terry Pratchett's classic wit and satirical edge



'One of our greatest fantasists, and beyond a doubt the funniest' George R.R. Martin

There was an eighth son of an eighth son. He was, quite naturally, a wizard. And there it should have ended.

However (for reasons we'd better not go into), he had seven sons. And then he had an eighth son... a wizard squared... a source of magic... a Sourcerer.

Sourcery sees the return of Rincewind and the Luggage as the Discworld faces its greatest - and funniest - challenge yet.

Readers love Sourcery:

'I was so pleased to be back with Rincewind, and of course, The Luggage . . . I enjoyed every moment' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

'Takes on sword and sorcery fantasies, taking satirical swipes at pretty much all the big ones- Lord of the Rings, Narnia, Fantasia, The Tempest, Conan the Barbarian, 1001 Nights, Fafhrd and Grey Mouser . . . One of my favourite Discworld novels so far' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

'A pretty darn good book . . . in my opinion has a bit more depth and detail than the first few books, and feels like the Discworld is becoming much more of a "World"' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

'It had magic, it had heroes (and heroines), it had the Librarian, it had Rincewind, it had The Luggage and it had DEATH. What more do you need for a great Discworld novel' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

'I adore the Luggage and Rincewind is a great character . . . I simply love Terry's writing and how quick he is with a joke. I love the humour and just how absurd it all is' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

'Wonderful imagination and terrific humour as usual from this excellent fantasy author' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

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Summary



Chapter 1 - The Higher Education of Tree

The first chapter of Sourcery introduces the magical Discworld universe and its chief protagonist, the wizard Rincewind. Rincewind is an incompetent wizard who was humiliated by his peers at Unseen University, due to his lack of magical talent. In this chapter, Rincewind learns of a magical tree, known as Lomark Tree, that can grant knowledge to anyone who speaks its true name (LOMARKTREE). After some deliberation, Rincewind decides to test the tree and is rewarded with a vast amount of knowledge the tree contains, though he is unable to remember it all. The knowledge Rincewind is able to comprehend sets him on a magical adventure.

Chapter 2 - The Geography of Death

In this chapter, Rincewind is guided by the tree's knowledge to find his way to Death’s domain. After journeying through a haunted forest, he eventually arrives at the property of Death. Death is a towering figure of terror to all in the Discworld, but Rincewind's presence seems to entice him and the two of them debate various philosophical issues. During this conversation, Death reveals to Rincewind a greater truth about life and death, and the two eventually come to an understanding. Rincewind leaves with a greater knowledge and understanding of death and the afterlife, and decides to continue his magical journey.

Chapter 3 - Sourcery

In this chapter, Rincewind comes across a sorcerer known as Conina. Conina is a powerful witch, who can also use her blackmailing skills to her advantage. Her and Rincewind team up to go on a journey to find a magical book known as Sourcery. On their journey they encounter various creatures and puzzles that are blocking their path. Eventually they come across the book and find the secret it contains, which is a powerful spell known as Sourcery.

Chapter 4 - The Great Spell

In this chapter, Rincewind and Conina go to confront the master of Sourcery, who is an evil wizard known as Trymon. Trymon has been using the Sourcery magic to try and gain control over the Discworld magic. However, Rincewind and Conina come up with a plan to defeat him by using the Great Spell, a powerful spell that will negate all magic in the Discworld. After a long battle, Trymon is eventually defeated and the Great Spell is cast.

Chapter 5 - The Unseen University

In this chapter, Rincewind and Conina return to the Unseen University. After their battle with Trymon, the two of them have gained a lot of respect and admiration within the Discworld. Rincewind and Conina return to the Unseen University where they are welcomed with open arms. Here, Rincewind is finally able to find a place where he feels accepted and can use his knowledge to help others. The Unseen University is the perfect place for Rincewind, where he can finally learn and grow as a wizard.