The Color of Magic Book Review




















1. BIBLIOGRAPHY

Pratchett, T. (2015). The Color of Magic. Colin Smythe. ISBN: 9780861403240


2.  PLOT SUMMARY

The Color Magic is the first in the series that follows the adventures of a washed-up magician, Rincewind, and a tourist, Twoflower. The two meet one fateful day and then embark on a wild journey through fires, fights, imprisonment, and sacrifice. Will they both survive the journey?


3. CRITICAL ANALYSIS

This fantastical young adult fiction book is written by Terry Pratchett. It falls under the category of comical historical fiction. This novel takes place in a supernatural world of magic. It involves many fantastical creatures including magicians, witches, trolls, fairies, and Death. This novel follows Rincewild and his guiding of Twoflower around Ankh-Morpork. Things begin to go awry when people realize how much money the tourist has.  The characters play off each other perfectly. The magical elements placed throughout the book are a fun aspect; it’s reminiscent of Harry Potter with types of creatures and a suitcase personified. There are humorous parts of the plot that break up the tense moments. The book jumped around a bit for my liking but I know that readers who enjoy this genre will like it.  


4. REVIEW EXCERPT(S)

  • Wilson's Fiction, 10/01/10


  • 5. CONNECTIONS

Adams, D. (1979). Hitchhiker’s Guide To The Galaxy. Pan Books. ISBN: 9781509860142

K, U., & Leguin, U. K. (2012). A wizard of Earthsea. Graphia. ISBN: 978-0-593-53204-1

Activities:

Students illustrate what they think the Discworld looks like as described in the book. 


 

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