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“You know, in Fairyland-Above they said that the underworld was full of devils and dragons. But it isn’t so at all! Folk are just folk, wherever you go, and it’s only a nasty sort of person who thinks a body’s a devil just because they come from another country and have different notions. It’s wild…” quote by Catherynne M. Valente
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“You know, in Fairyland-Above they said that the underworld was full of devils and dragons. But it isn’t so at all! Folk are just folk, wherever you go, and it’s only a nasty sort of person who thinks a body’s a devil just because they come from another country and have different notions. It’s wild and quick and bold down here, but I like wild things and quick things and bold things, too.”

Catherynne M. Valente

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The underworld is imagined as terrifying, but reality shows people are just people, regardless of origin; embracing boldness and diversity.

In simple terms: People are just people; fear of differences is unfounded.

Key Takeaway

Celebrate diversity and act boldly.

Themes

diversity boldness acceptance

Mood

energetic playful

Type

narrative inspirational

When to use this quote

  • travel
  • community building
  • creative projects

Key Concepts

cultural relativism identity courage

Questions to Reflect On

  • What assumptions do you challenge?
  • How can boldness be constructive?
A Different Perspective

May overlook systemic issues.

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