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Carnival Row (2019)

This long-running series of essays by Australian fantasy author Tansy Rayner Roberts combine real affection for Pratchett’s marvellous Discworld books with sharp critical insights on the portrayal of women in fantasy; historically, one of the more problematic genres for the portrayal of women.

As Roberts points out, the first ten-or-so Discworld books are somewhat broad parodies of traditional fantasy, and women don’t fare particularly well there. But as Pratchett’s humane and insightful style develops and reaches its full potential, many of his books are textbook examples of really excellent female characterization.

These essays are everything that critical work should be. Like Kessel’s brilliant Creating the Innocent Killer, these are essays that can illuminate and refine the reading experience, even if you (like me) have re-read the Pratchett canon over and over – they offer fresh insights and new lenses for examining these beloved books.

Killing Eve, but as a 1960s thriller.

Ceramics ist Krieg, Helena Hauss

Modern Witch 2019 Wall Calendar | Camille Chew

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“Each colorful monthly spread features a witch flaunting her mystical, street-style threads, accompanied by her familiar (that’s her animal friend) and all the tools needed to practice her uplifting and transformative craft.”

Nymphs Finding the Head of Orpheus, 1900, John William Waterhouse