Going Postal
Going Postal
Terry Pratchett
Brandon Sanderson
My favorite [by this author] right now. - Brandon Sanderson
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Going Postal

Going Postal

Terry Pratchett
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Terry Pratchett
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In the bustling, chaotic city of Ankh-Morpork, Moist von Lipwig, a notorious con artist, finds himself at a crossroads between a noose and the daunting task of revitalizing the city's decrepit postal service. Opting for the latter, von Lipwig embarks on a wild journey that pits him against formidable foes: from adverse weather conditions and aggressive dogs to the sinister maneuvers of the Grand Trunk Semaphore Company and a mysterious midnight assassin. With the post office's motley crew of employees at his side, von Lipwig must navigate through layers of corruption, danger, and the occasional romantic entanglement with the enigmatic Adora Bell Dearheart. It's a tale of redemption, where the line between hero and villain blurs in the face of an impossible mission. "Going Postal" is a masterful blend of satire, fantasy, and adventure, showcasing Terry Pratchett's unparalleled wit and imagination. As von Lipwig races against time to ensure the mail's passage through every conceivable obstacle, he discovers that the fate of Ankh-Morpork's communication rests squarely on his shoulders. Through a series of ingenious ploys, heartfelt connections, and daring escapades, Moist von Lipwig doesn't just aim to succeed where honest men have failed—he seeks to redefine what it means to be a hero in a world gone mad. In doing so, Pratchett delivers a compelling narrative that is as thought-provoking as it is uproariously entertaining, proving once more that in the fantastical realm of Discworld, there's nothing so serious that it can't be laughed at.

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Released
2004
1 Jan
Length
394
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My favorite [by this author] right now. - Brandon Sanderson
Do you not know that a man is not dead while his name is still spoken?
— Terry Pratchett, Going Postal

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