Fantasy
Mort
A gangly farm boy named Mort, too awkward for farm work, is taken on as apprentice by Death himself. When he is trusted with the scythe for the first time, he makes a choice that threatens the shape of reality.
Facts last checked 2026-10-16
- First published
- 1987
- Pace
- Fast
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 317
- Format
- Book 4 of 41 in Discworld
Read this if you want a funny, kind-hearted fantasy that uses death as a character and a surprise source of warmth.
Skip this if you want serious reflection on mortality, as it is a light comedy first.
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Quick answers about Mort
- What is Mort about?
- A gangly farm boy named Mort, too awkward for farm work, is taken on as apprentice by Death himself. When he is trusted with the scythe for the first time, he makes a choice that threatens the shape of reality.
- Who should read Mort?
- Read it if you want a funny, kind-hearted fantasy that uses death as a character and a surprise source of warmth. Skip it if you want serious reflection on mortality, as it is a light comedy first.
- How long and how fast is Mort?
- It is a fast-paced, short read of about 317 pages, first published in 1987.
- Does Mort have content warnings?
- Content we flag: Death.
- Can I borrow Mort for free?
- Often, yes. Check Libby (OverDrive) to see whether your library lends Mort; the borrow button above searches it for you.
- What should I read after Mort?
- Readers who liked it often move on to Good Omens, The Book Thief, Guards! Guards!.
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