Description

Enter the whimsical and satirical world of Discworld with Terry Pratchett’s fourth installment, Mort. This beloved novel introduces one of the series’ most iconic characters: Death. When Mort, a socially awkward and tall young man, is hired as an apprentice, he thinks he’s finally found a steady job. The only catch? His employer is the Grim Reaper himself.

As Mort learns the “family business”—which involves a scythe, a white horse named Binky, and a very literal deadline—he finds that being the apprentice to Death is more complicated than it seems. When he allows his heart to interfere with a scheduled expiration, he risks unraveling the very fabric of reality.

This 1987 Hardcover Book Club Edition is a classic find for collectors of vintage fantasy. While the condition is noted as “OK,” this volume serves as a durable and charming reading copy for those who prefer the tactile feel of a hardcover over modern paperbacks. Pratchett’s signature wit, philosophical depth, and unparalleled world-building are all on full display in this pivotal story that truly defined the direction of the Discworld series.

Author: Terry Pratchett

Publisher: Gollancz / Book Club Associates (BCE)

Publication Date: 1987

ISBN: N/A (Standard for 1980s Book Club Editions; associated with Trade ISBN 0575041714)

Format: Hardcover with Dust Jacket

Pages: 243 pages

Dimensions: 5.5 x 0.9 x 8.5 inches

Weight: 0.9 lbs

Condition: OK. This is a used copy with visible shelf wear. The dust jacket may have small creases or light fading. The binding is intact, and the pages are clean but may show standard age-toning.