Episode 12: the humor and the heart of the Colour of Magic

In this episode, we spend time on The Colour of Magic, book one in the Discworld series, by Terry Pratchett.

Takeaways

• The Color of Magic features absurd yet cohesive world-building.

• Humor is a central element in Pratchett's storytelling.

• The geography and astronomy of Discworld are creatively absurd.

• Characters like Rincewind and Twoflower add depth to the narrative.

  • choosing them as protagonists and selecting the unusual choice for fantasy protagonists

• The story explores themes of fate and divine intervention.

  • in the form of gods meddling into human affairs, not unlike Greek gods

• Pratchett's writing style blends irony with profound insights.

• The plot allows for exploration of various locations and cultures.