Carpe Jugulum

About “Carpe Jugulum”

Carpe Jugulum is a 1998 novel by Terry Pratchett, the twenty-third in the Discworld series. The book is a comic fantasy that parodies vampire literature, reimagining vampire myths with a humorous twist. It features young vampires who defy traditional vampire stereotypes by wearing bright clothes, drinking wine, and avoiding the night. Pratchett uses this setup to play with the conventions of the vampire genre, offering a satirical take on the subculture. The novel is written in the style of a pastiche, blending humor with a critique of familiar vampire tropes.