WINNER OF THE 2023 LOCUS AWARD FOR NONFICTIONWINNER OF THE BRITISH SCIENCE FICTION ASSOCIATION AWARD FOR BEST NONFICTIONFINALIST FOR THE HUGO AWARD FOR BEST RELATED WORKSHORTLISTED FOR THE BRITISH FANTASY AWARD FOR BEST NONFICTIONAlways readable, illuminating and honest. It made me miss the real Terry. Neil GaimanSometimes joyfully, sometimes painfully, intimate . . . it is wonderful to have this closeup picture of the writers working life. Frank CottrellBoyce, ObserverAt the time of his death in 2015, awardwinning and bestselling author Sir Terry Pratchett was working on his finest story yet his own.The creator of the phenomenally bestselling Discworld series, Terry Pratchett was known and loved around the world for his hugely popular books, his smart satirical humour and the humanity of his campaign work. But thats only part of the picture.Before his untimely death, Terry was writing a memoir the story of a boy who aged six was told by his teacher that he would never amount to anything and spent the rest of his life proving him wrong. For Terry lived a life full of astonishing achievements becoming one of the UKs bestselling and most beloved writers, winning the prestigious Carnegie Medal and being awarded a knighthood.Now, the book Terry sadly couldnt finish has been written by Rob Wilkins, his former assistant, friend and now head of the Pratchett literary estate. Drawing on his own extensive memories, along with those of the authors family, friends and colleagues,...
Binding: Paperback;528 pages; Publisher: TBS-Penguin Random House Wholesale; Classification: BG; Weight: 508 g; Dimensions: 128 x 198 x 37
49p delivery on all orders over £30 (exc. Bulky Item Delivery)
Super Saver Delivery
£0.49
Standard Delivery
£3.99
Express Delivery
£5.99
Next Day Delivery
£6.99
24/7 InPost Locker | Shop Collect
£2.49
Evri ParcelShop
£3.99
Evri ParcelShop | Express Delivery
£5.99
Premium DPD Next Day Delivery
£7.99
Bulky Item Delivery
£4.99
Northern Ireland Super Saver Delivery
£2.99
Northern Ireland Standard Delivery
£4.99
Northern Ireland Express Delivery
£5.99
Unlimited free delivery for a year with Unlimited Delivery for £14.99
Please note, some delivery methods are not available for products delivered by our brand partners & they may have longer delivery times
Something not quite right? You have 28 days from the day you receive it, to send something back.
Please note, we cannot offer refunds on fashion face masks, cosmetics, pierced jewellery, adult toys, and swimwear or lingerie if the hygiene seal is not in place or has been broken.
Items of footwear and/or clothing must be unworn and unwashed with the original labels attached. Also, footwear must be tried on indoors. Items of homeware including bedlinen, mattresses, and toppers, and pillows must be unused and in their original unopened packaging. This does not affect your statutory rights.
Click here to view our full Returns Policy.
WINNER OF THE 2023 LOCUS AWARD FOR NONFICTIONWINNER OF THE BRITISH SCIENCE FICTION ASSOCIATION AWARD FOR BEST NONFICTIONFINALIST FOR THE HUGO AWARD FOR BEST RELATED WORKSHORTLISTED FOR THE BRITISH FANTASY AWARD FOR BEST NONFICTIONAlways readable, illuminating and honest. It made me miss the real Terry. Neil GaimanSometimes joyfully, sometimes painfully, intimate . . . it is wonderful to have this closeup picture of the writers working life. Frank CottrellBoyce, ObserverAt the time of his death in 2015, awardwinning and bestselling author Sir Terry Pratchett was working on his finest story yet his own.The creator of the phenomenally bestselling Discworld series, Terry Pratchett was known and loved around the world for his hugely popular books, his smart satirical humour and the humanity of his campaign work. But thats only part of the picture.Before his untimely death, Terry was writing a memoir the story of a boy who aged six was told by his teacher that he would never amount to anything and spent the rest of his life proving him wrong. For Terry lived a life full of astonishing achievements becoming one of the UKs bestselling and most beloved writers, winning the prestigious Carnegie Medal and being awarded a knighthood.Now, the book Terry sadly couldnt finish has been written by Rob Wilkins, his former assistant, friend and now head of the Pratchett literary estate. Drawing on his own extensive memories, along with those of the authors family, friends and colleagues,...
Binding: Paperback;528 pages; Publisher: TBS-Penguin Random House Wholesale; Classification: BG; Weight: 508 g; Dimensions: 128 x 198 x 37
49p delivery on all orders over £30 (exc. Bulky Item Delivery)
Super Saver Delivery
£0.49
Standard Delivery
£3.99
Express Delivery
£5.99
Next Day Delivery
£6.99
24/7 InPost Locker | Shop Collect
£2.49
Evri ParcelShop
£3.99
Evri ParcelShop | Express Delivery
£5.99
Premium DPD Next Day Delivery
£7.99
Bulky Item Delivery
£4.99
Northern Ireland Super Saver Delivery
£2.99
Northern Ireland Standard Delivery
£4.99
Northern Ireland Express Delivery
£5.99
Unlimited free delivery for a year with Unlimited Delivery for £14.99
Please note, some delivery methods are not available for products delivered by our brand partners & they may have longer delivery times
Something not quite right? You have 28 days from the day you receive it, to send something back.
Please note, we cannot offer refunds on fashion face masks, cosmetics, pierced jewellery, adult toys, and swimwear or lingerie if the hygiene seal is not in place or has been broken.
Items of footwear and/or clothing must be unworn and unwashed with the original labels attached. Also, footwear must be tried on indoors. Items of homeware including bedlinen, mattresses, and toppers, and pillows must be unused and in their original unopened packaging. This does not affect your statutory rights.
Click here to view our full Returns Policy.
Extend your warranty and protect your purchase against accidental damage and defects.
Protects your new Terry Pratchett: A Life With Footnotes : The Official Biography... against breakdowns and faults once the manufacturer's warranty period is over.
Covers issues not included in your manufacturer's warranty, such as accidental damage or theft.
Get a replacement or a cash refund up to the full amount you originally paid for it.
FAQs
XCover is an authorised protection provider for Debenhams, with over 7 million customers globally and an average 4.7 out of 5 stars from thousands of reviews on Google and Trustpilot. XCover's simple, fast and stress-free repair and replacement process delivers peace of mind if your item is stolen or it has damages or defects that aren't covered by the manufacturer's warranty.
XCover's simple, fast and stress-free repair and replacement process delivers peace of mind if your item is stolen or has damages or defects that aren't covered by the manufacturer's warranty. XCover’s easy, digital process is simple with quick payouts on approved claims.
Before submitting a claim, you need to gather all the details and documents to support your claim. This helpful article has a guide to what documents you may need based on your claim reason.
When you're ready to submit your claim, log in to your XCover Account, select the XCover Protection you would like to claim for and then select ‘Make a Claim’.
The XCover claims process is quick and hassle-free, with payment or reimbursement for approved claims processed instantly. The dedicated team at XCover aims to complete 95% of claims within 3 days of claim submission, so keep a close eye on your emails to ensure there’s no delay.
For more information about claims submission, please check XCover Help.