
Discworld #15, Discworld - Ankh-Morpork City Watch #2, Kolekcja Świat Dysku #2, Wielka Kolekcja Terry Pratchett #2
Men at Arms
by:
Terry Pratchett
Language: English
Format: Paperback
ISBN 10: 0061092193
ISBN 13: 9780061092190
Publication date:
May 27th, 2003
Publisher: HarperPrism
Pages: 377
Genres: Science Fiction
In a city teetering on the edge of chaos, a unique mixture of personalities makes up the ranks of the City Watch. Among them is Corporal Carrot, who might not fit the mold of a typical watchman but possesses a profound sense of justice, an unwavering belief in the law, and a heart as big as his physique. His genuine approach to policing quickly wins over his fellow officers, although they often find themselves bemused by his earnestness.
As tensions rise within the city, the Watch faces threats that span from misunderstood creatures to ancient conspiracies lurking in the shadows. With a motley crew that includes the gruff yet wise Captain Vimes and the eager newcomer Angua—a werewolf navigating the complexities of her dual nature—the team is thrust into a whirlwind of adventure. Together, they must confront not only external dangers but also their own internal struggles as they redefine what it means to be protectors of order in an unpredictable world.
With humor, wit, and sharp social commentary, this story unfurls against the backdrop of a richly imagined city, showcasing the camaraderie and conflicts that arise when the stakes are high. In this chaotic landscape, the City Watch learns that true strength lies not just in conventional masculinity but in understanding, unity, and, perhaps most importantly, the ability to embrace one’s uniqueness.
As tensions rise within the city, the Watch faces threats that span from misunderstood creatures to ancient conspiracies lurking in the shadows. With a motley crew that includes the gruff yet wise Captain Vimes and the eager newcomer Angua—a werewolf navigating the complexities of her dual nature—the team is thrust into a whirlwind of adventure. Together, they must confront not only external dangers but also their own internal struggles as they redefine what it means to be protectors of order in an unpredictable world.
With humor, wit, and sharp social commentary, this story unfurls against the backdrop of a richly imagined city, showcasing the camaraderie and conflicts that arise when the stakes are high. In this chaotic landscape, the City Watch learns that true strength lies not just in conventional masculinity but in understanding, unity, and, perhaps most importantly, the ability to embrace one’s uniqueness.