“But what's worth more than gold?""Practically everything. You, for example. Gold is heavy. Your weight in gold is not very much gold at all. Aren't you worth more than that?”

British fantasy writer (1948–2015) whose Discworld series redefined speculative fiction with satirical wit and intricate world-building. He blended humor, philosophy, and social commentary into stories that explored human nature and the absurdities of existence.