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Men at Arms is the fifteenth book in Terry Pratchett’s acclaimed Discworld series. The story centers on Corporal Carrot, who has been promoted and is now responsible for training and leading new recruits in the city of Ankh-Morpork. Facing a mix of barbarian tribes, marauders, unlicensed thieves, and other dangers, Carrot must maintain order in a city that has long been ruled by disorganized crime. With Pratchett’s characteristic blend of satire and fantasy, the novel explores themes of leadership, loyalty, and the chaotic nature of political power in a bustling urban fantasy setting.
First publish date: 1993
Genre: Humorous Fiction/Comic Satire
Authors: Terry Pratchett
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