Making Money: A Novel of Discworld by Terry Pratchett - A Journey into the World of Economics, Belief, and Human Nature

Synopsis

In the bustling city of Ankh-Morpork, where the River Ankh flows thick with pollution and the streets teem with colorful characters, a revolution is brewing. Moist von Lipwig, a con man with a knack for making money, has been appointed as the new Postmaster General. However, this is no ordinary post office. This is the Ankh-Morpork Post Office, an institution that has been run on a shoestring budget and a culture of apathy.

Making Money: A Novel of Discworld

by Terry Pratchett

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	5973 KB
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
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Print length	:	485 pages

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Moist's arrival sends shockwaves through the Post Office. He brings with him a fresh perspective and a determination to turn the institution around. Armed with his unconventional ideas and a team of unlikely allies, Moist sets out to make the Post Office profitable and, in the process, change the very nature of money.

But as Moist delves deeper into the world of finance, he discovers that economics is not just about numbers and transactions. It's about power, influence, and the beliefs that shape our society. And in Ankh-Morpork, where the gods walk among mortals and the laws of reality are often bent, the stakes are higher than ever.

Themes

• Economics and Human Nature: Making Money explores the complex relationship between economics and human behavior. Pratchett uses the Post Office as a microcosm to examine how money influences our motivations, our interactions with others, and the very structure of our society.
• The Power of Belief: Belief plays a pivotal role in Making Money. Moist's attempts to transform the Post Office are met with skepticism and resistance from the staff. However, as he gradually wins them over, he discovers the transformative power of belief. Belief can inspire hope, motivate action, and even change the course of history.
• Satire and Humor: Pratchett is known for his sharp wit and satirical humor. Making Money is no exception. The novel is filled with hilarious characters, absurd situations, and pointed jabs at the absurdities of modern society.