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The Art of Discworld (Gollancz S.F.) (Hardcover)

by Terry Pratchett (Author), Paul Kidby (Illustrator)
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  • Hardcover: 112 pages
  • Publisher: Gollancz; First Edition, First Impression edition (30 Sep 2004)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0575075112
  • ISBN-13: 978-0575075115
  • Product Dimensions: 28.2 x 24.2 x 2.2 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 184,448 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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In THE ART OF DISCWORLD, Terry Pratchett takes us on a guided tour of the Discworld, courtesy of his favourite Discworld artist, Paul Kidby. Following on from THE LAST HERO, THE ART OF DISCWORLD is a lavish 112-page large format, sumptuously illustrated look at all things Discworldian. Terry Pratchett provides the written descriptions while Paul Kidby illustrates the world that has made Pratchett one of the best-selling authors of all time. Here you will find favourites old and new: the City Watch, including Vimes, Carrot and Angua, the three witches - Granny Weatherwax, Nanny Ogg and Magrat Garlick - and the denizens of the Unseen University Library, not forgetting the Librarian, of course: they're all here in sumptuous colour, together with the places: Ankh-Morpork, Lancre, Uberwald and more . . . No Discworld fan will want to be without this beautiful gift book.

About the Author

Paul Kidby discovered Terry Pratchett's Discworld in 1993 and since then has devoted his working life to the place. He is the illustrator of THE PRATCHETT PORTFOLIO, the bestsellers THE LAST HERO and THE ART OF DISCWORLD, as well as the Discworld DIARIES, cards, T-shirts, maps, mugs and, of course, the covers. Terry Pratchett lives in Wiltshire. Paul Kidby, who also lives in Wiltshire, is now established as the most popular Discworld artist.
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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A graphic feast, 19 Oct 2004
By P. Minto (UK) - See all my reviews
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I thought of taking a star off because in case my superlatives were ill-judged but, to be honest, I do think it deserves all five stars. If you enjoy Kidby's illustrations of the Discworld universe, you'll find a sparkling selection within this book.

Several examples of his cover art are to be found, some with precursor images for illustrative purposes, and one example, the "Rincewind Scream" cover for The Last Hero, is shown here in its full glory for the first time ever, having been cut down in the graphic novel it was originally intended for.

In addition to the illustrations of characters, groups and scenes, Terry Pratchett supplies a commentary relating to each section of the book, which lets us further into his world and allows us to understand the relationship between the Author, his world and the illustrator. Kidby also comments on selected pieces (his text is italicised), as well as both contributors providing their own 'forewards' to the text.

Where the Discworld Portfolio, Josh Kirby's earlier work, is of the style of an art-catalogue (or, as it happens to be, a portfolio) this book is more modern and accessible in its outlook and well represents both the talents of the artist observing the Discworld and Discworld itself.

I would definitely recommend this publication to anyone who enjoys the Discworld universe. It goes well on the shelving with the other larger-cover books (such as The Last Hero, the GURPS publications and assorted graphic novels) and the eye-candy within will be frequently browsed.

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A Mirror to Reality.., 18 Oct 2004
A word to all Pratchett fans-BUY THIS BOOK! Somehow Paul Kidby
manages to make the characters look totally realistic,but gives them their own very distinctive 'Discworldly' appearance. Here are all the main cahracters & not a few of the lesser ones-places,people & er...things..that populate one of the best thought-out fantasy universes since Tolkien.
The perfect Hogswatchnight present (or Christmas,depending on which universe you inhabit)
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20 of 22 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A gorgeous Discworld feast for Hogswatch, 16 Nov 2004
By L. Y. Skipper "zareeba" (Stockton-on-Tees, UK) - See all my reviews
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Terry Pratchett has a gift given to few authors (Tolkien and J.K. Rowling are two others with this gift) - that of being able to create characters and places so vividly realised that his readers tend to see them exactly as the author envisages them. Paul Kidby's beautifully drawn and painted illustrations are proof of this, all the characters being instantly recognisable to any Discworld aficionado. If you love the Discworld, or even if you just enjoy fine illustrations, this book will provide endless pleasure. Far from being a 'sorry piece of merchandising' as one reviewer put it, this is a gorgeous book that would make an excellent Hogswatch present for a lover of the Discworld. I couldn't resist....
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5.0 out of 5 stars Sheer delight
As my title says, this book is a sheer delight for fans of Discworld and its creators (I include Mr. Kidby, who has certainly created the look of the place). Read more
Published 7 months ago by DarkLover

5.0 out of 5 stars Discworld made viewable
One spends coutless hours having fun with Terry Pratchett's rendition of the Discworld just imagining all the things that are described. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Antonio Baptista M. Russo

5.0 out of 5 stars A feast for the eyes
There isn't a whole lot I can say that hasn't been said already. This book is beautiful, the quality of the artwork is stunning. Read more
Published on 25 Oct 2007 by R. Gell

5.0 out of 5 stars Simply stunning.
I've just received this (today!) for a birthday present from my ever-perceptive other half (she also got me "The Last Hero" graphic novel when it first came out), and I was... Read more
Published on 30 Jan 2006 by Bassthang

5.0 out of 5 stars A real feast
While I had high expectations of this book, they were wildly exceeded by the reality. Paul Kidby's artwork captures for me the true spirit of the Discworld. Read more
Published on 16 Oct 2004 by Alec Cawley

5.0 out of 5 stars Simply Wonderful
This fantastic book is a must for all fans of Paul Kidby's Discworld inspired Art. The illustrations are beautiful and accompanied by passages from Terry Pratchett which give... Read more
Published on 11 Oct 2004 by mogs65

5.0 out of 5 stars A Discworld Fans Delight
This book is a true joy for fans of Terry Pratchett's Discworld and more specifically Paul Kidby's wonderful interpretations of the inhabitants of the Disc. Read more
Published on 11 Oct 2004

1.0 out of 5 stars Oh, dear
Is there no end to the barrel-scraping efforts of the Discworld franchise? Wait for the paperback, if you must buy this sorry piece of merchandise, since on past form the... Read more
Published on 23 Sep 2004

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