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Fantasy

Night Watch

1 min read·eng. Night Watch · 2002

Interesting Facts

  • The book is part of the Discworld series and focuses on the character Sam Vimes, the commander of the Ankh-Morpork City Watch.
  • In this book, Sam Vimes travels to the past, where he meets his younger self and becomes a mentor to young Vimes.
  • The plot unfolds during a revolution in Ankh-Morpork, allowing the author to explore themes of power, corruption, and social justice.
  • The book contains numerous references to real historical events and figures, including the French Revolution and figures similar to Robespierre.
  • A significant role in the book is played by the character John Keel, under whose guise Sam Vimes hides to maintain order in the city and prevent chaos.
  • The book received high praise from critics for its deep plot, humor, and social commentary, characteristic of Pratchett's work.
Night Watch
Date of publication: 14 May 2024
Updated: 13 November 2026
———Original title: eng. Night Watch · 2002
Genre: Fantasy
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