2007-06-08 06:35:08 · 13 answers · asked by just fine 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
The genius of Pratchett is that he takes common ideas and events and turns them on their head. He is also a master of the pune (or play on words) which, unless you are exactly keyed in to what he is referring to, may well pass you by. An example of this is the Ankh-Morpork bar for the undead, Jeers - where everyone knows your shape.
2007-06-08 23:43:01 · answer #1 · answered by Norman W 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. Humour really depends on pointing out some of the more illogical quirks of human thought and behaviour. There are a lot of writers/comedians who are good at this but Terry Pratchett is outstanding.
I will second that he is a nice guy too. I was near the end of a very long line at a con waiting for an autograph and he carried on signing long past the agreed time until every one of us had an autograph and his attention. He attends and sits on panels at quite a lot of cons if you want to see him.
2007-06-08 23:34:19 · answer #2 · answered by felineroche 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know about genius, but he's definitely a hilarious writer and so enjoyable to read.
2007-06-08 06:42:00 · answer #3 · answered by Adelaide 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes! He is by far the best comic/fantasy writer for at least a generation. I love his books and can't wait for the next one (I think it's due out in October)!
2007-06-08 06:53:12 · answer #4 · answered by ilovecake! 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I wouldn't go that far, he is certainly a funny writer. He is also very charming real life.
2007-06-08 06:39:43 · answer #5 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a genius? i don't know his iq. very clever and a great writer? you bet.
2007-06-08 07:19:15 · answer #6 · answered by KJC 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Fabulous writer and so nice when you meet him!
2007-06-08 08:37:43 · answer #7 · answered by Ratowl 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes he is in his field anyway.
yes he is very nice.
and sept 24th next book.
2007-06-09 07:40:00 · answer #8 · answered by rand1812 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, but Stephen King is.
2007-06-08 21:27:24 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Absolutely, I find all of his books hilarious !!!
2007-06-08 09:58:39 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋