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Guards! Guards!
Best start
1989
Start here. It introduces Sam Vimes, the Watch, and Ankh-Morpork without requiring any earlier Discworld books.
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Discworld: City Watch
Follows Commander Vimes and the Ankh-Morpork City Watch.
The Discworld City Watch books are best read in publication order, starting with Guards! Guards!. This path follows Sam Vimes, Ankh-Morpork, and the Watch.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Discworld City Watch reading order?
Start with Guards! Guards!, then follow the City Watch books in publication order.
Is City Watch a good place to start Discworld?
Yes. Guards! Guards! is one of the most recommended Discworld starting points.
