Paperback, 389 pages
English language
Published Sept. 6, 2005 by Corgi.
Small Gods is the thirteenth of Terry Pratchett's Discworld novels, published in 1992. It tells the origin of the god Om, and his relations with his prophet, the reformer Brutha. In the process, it satirises religious institutions, people, and practices, and the role of religion in political life.
Profound and often funny at the same time, it taught me more about beliefs than 18 years of religious education did.
ps.: The Hungarian translation I could get my hands on is pretty good, with only one noticeable translation error.
Difficult reading at times—plodding, slow—but oh so worth it. Lovely work.
A very strong and funny one off. Manages to lampoon various religions effectively but remains understanding of the good purposed faithful.
A second reading, profound and very incisive. Of course I missed a great deal the first time round.
Good book, but really not one of my favorite Discworld books.
Another Pratchett masterpiece. Small Gods is a wonderful exploration of religion and belief that manages to make everyone think without offending anyone. Quite the feat.
Terry Pratchett takes on organized religion. Good stuff.
