The Science of Discworld Books in Order

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The Science of Discworld series blends the fictional world of Discworld with real scientific ideas, exploring themes such as the development of human culture, language, and science. The wizards of Unseen University create a version of Earth, known as Roundworld, and observe its evolution, while also facing challenges from other beings like elves. The series uses the Discworld setting to examine scientific and philosophical concepts, offering a unique and educational perspective on reality.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Cover of The Science of Discworld

    The Science of Discworld

    1999 · Terry Pratchett

    Not just another science book and not just another Discworld novella, The Science of Discworld is a creative, mind-bending mash-up of fiction and…

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    The Globe

    2002 · Terry Pratchett

    In The Science of Discworld, the wizards of Unseen University accidentally create Earth, or Roundworld, and its universe. They initially ignore its…

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    Darwin's Watch

    2005 · Terry Pratchett

    The Science of Discworld III: Darwin's Watch (2005) is a book set on the Discworld, written by Terry Pratchett, Ian Stewart, and Jack Cohen. It is…

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    Judgement Day

    2013 · Terry Pratchett and Ian Stewart

    Judgment Day" by Terry Pratchett, originally published in Britain in 2013 by Ebury Press, is the fourth book in the Science of Discworld series. It…

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the The Science of Discworld books in?

Read them in publication order, starting with “The Science of Discworld”. Start with “The Science of Discworld.”

How many books are in the The Science of Discworld series?

We list 4 books by Terry Pratchett , published between 1999–2013.

Where can I buy the The Science of Discworld books?

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Reading order compiled from author/publisher guidance and verified bibliographic data. Spotted a wrong order, a missing book, or any other mistake? and we'll correct it.