I must admit with great sorrow that I am among those people who like literature but have not read Terry Pratchett. By your post, I can know not only the literary value of their works, but the influence they can have among other authors who have followed with fantasy literature. On the subject of Alzheimer's, these days I was reviewing the number of artists who have suffered from the disease of forgetfulness. Although there are several actors, politicians and figures linked to the world of culture who suffer or have suffered from this disease, silence, in most cases, is the norm. It is good to end the stigma of this terrible illness and good that famous people, such as Pratchett, who suffer from this disease, confess their illness and still continue working. Surely an example is set for everyone! Thanks for your excellent post, @honeydue