William de Worde - Discworld Character Biography
Character Bio
The founder and editor of Ankh-Morpork's first newspaper, The Ankh-Morpork Times. An estranged son of nobility with a strong sense of truth and justice, he pioneers modern journalism on the Disc, struggling with questions of ethics, responsibility, and the power of the written word.
Physical Appearance
William de Worde is a lean, earnest young man with neat, carefully combed dark hair, clean-shaven face, and keen, thoughtful eyes. He typically dresses plainly yet professionally, favoring practical clothing like tidy suits, neat waistcoats, sensible shoes, and often wearing round spectacles. He frequently carries a notepad, pencil, or printing press paraphernalia, underscoring his role as Ankh-Morpork's pioneering journalist. His thoughtful posture and earnest demeanor consistently suggest integrity, intelligence, and determination.
William de Worde Appears In These Discworld Books
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The Truth
Discworld gets its first newspaper, The Ankh-Morpork Times, founded by William de Worde. Journalism clashes humorously and seriously with politics, murder, and conspiracy.
Explores journalism, truth, propaganda, and the social responsibility of the media in shaping public opinion.
Main characters: william de worde, sacharissa cripslock, otto chriek, mr pin, mr tulip and lord vetinari