Men at Arms
Book • 1993
Men at Arms is the 15th book in the Discworld series and the second novel about the Ankh-Morpork City Watch.
The story revolves around Captain Samuel Vimes preparing for his wedding while dealing with new recruits, including a dwarf, a troll, and a werewolf.
A string of murders occurs, and Vimes must investigate despite being forbidden to do so by Lord Vetinari.
The plot involves the theft of the gonne, the Disc's first handheld firearm, and its use to discredit Vetinari's government.
The novel explores themes of social status, justice, power, and racism, all characteristic of Pratchett's satirical style.
The story revolves around Captain Samuel Vimes preparing for his wedding while dealing with new recruits, including a dwarf, a troll, and a werewolf.
A string of murders occurs, and Vimes must investigate despite being forbidden to do so by Lord Vetinari.
The plot involves the theft of the gonne, the Disc's first handheld firearm, and its use to discredit Vetinari's government.
The novel explores themes of social status, justice, power, and racism, all characteristic of Pratchett's satirical style.
