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Terry Pratchett - Biography

Pratchett Biography: The Life and Legacy of the Great Fantast

Terry is a name associated with the world of fiction and endless fantasy. The British writer, creator of the incredible world of Disc and author of the famous series of novels "World of Disc" won the hearts of millions of readers around the world. In this biography, we will tell you about the life, work and influence of Terry Pratchett, whose talent continues to shine brightly in the sky of literature.

Terry was born on 28 April 1948 in Beckenham, London, UK. His family moved to the town of Minehead, where little Terry spent his childhood. Already at a young age, he showed an interest in reading and fantasy, as well as in the study of science and technology. These interests shaped his future creativity and personal style.

After graduating from high school, Terry entered Wilden-Shokbarh College, where he studied journalism. During this period, he began writing for school newspapers and developing his style. Later, he moved to Bristol and began working as a journalist, including in the Western Daily Press and Bath Chronicle.

However, a real breakthrough in his career was his work in Fantasy and Science Fiction, where he began to publish his articles and reviews of fantastic works. The experience made him an expert in fantasy and science fiction.

Terry began his writing career by publishing a number of science fiction short stories and novels. His first book, The Carpet People, was published in 1971 and was the first step towards creating his unique style and world. However, his real celebrity was the creation of the Disc World (Discworld).