About Quote by Morris Gleitzman
“Although my stories are all very different on the surface, I like to write stories about characters struggling with big problems. I'm always reminded, no matter how different from me one of my characters is from me on the surface, how we're all pretty much the same underneath.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Guardian, 2015
Stories explore universal human struggles despite surface differences.
In simple terms: All people share deep similarities.
Key Takeaway
Focus on common humanity.
Themes
empathy
character
humanity
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
literary
inspirational
When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- character development
- teaching empathy
Key Concepts
psychology
identity
conflict
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reveal shared humanity?
- What surface traits mask deeper similarity?
A Different Perspective
May overlook cultural specifics.
