Sir Terry Pratchett dies age 66

[maureenho]

Sir Terry Pratchett, renowned fantasy author, dies aged 66 ca99

12 March 2015 Last updated at 15:59

Fantasy author Sir Terry Pratchett has died aged 66, having had Alzheimer's disease for eight years.

"The world has lost one of its brightest, sharpest minds," said Larry Finlay of his publishing company, Transworld.

Best known for the Discworld series, Sir Terry wrote more than 70 books over his lengthy career.

He was first diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2007, but continued writing, completing his final book last summer.

The author died at home "with his cat sleeping on his bed, surrounded by his family," Mr Finlay said.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-31858156

[chenrezig]

I came out of my knit and natter early and wondered why there were loads of people gathered round the big TV in the library ... loved his books ... and still do

RIP TP, free from your "embuggerance" at last ca99

[maureenho]

I have lots of his books on my computer (Audio books) for ipod

[wendy]

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[annie]

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His books were not to my taste, but I can appreciate what a brilliant author he was, such a sad end to a fantastic career