A Slip Of The Keyboard: Collected Non-fiction Apr 2026

The collection is divided into three distinct phases of Pratchett's life and career:

: The most poignant part of the book addresses Pratchett’s battle with Posterior Cortical Atrophy (a form of Alzheimer's). These pieces serve as a fierce defense of the NHS and a passionate campaign for "Dignity in Dying" and assisted death. Key Insights A Slip of the Keyboard: Collected Non-Fiction

: As Neil Gaiman notes in the foreword, the wit in Pratchett's fiction was often fueled by a profound "inner rage" against stupidity and injustice. The collection is divided into three distinct phases

: One of his most cited quotes from this volume—"They say your life flashes in front of your eyes before you die. This is true. It's called living"—encapsulates his philosophy of finding humor even in the face of mortality. Where to Find the Book : One of his most cited quotes from

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