Children Quote by Terry Pratchett
“And then Jack chopped down what was the world's last beanstalk, adding murder and ecological terrorism to the theft, enticement, and trespass charges already mentioned, and all the giant's children didn't have a daddy anymore. But he got away with it and lived happily ever after, without so much as a guilty twinge about what he had done...which proves that you can be excused for just about anything if you are a hero, because no one asks inconvenient questions.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Last Continent, Terry Pratchett, 1998
Heroic narratives often excuse immoral actions, revealing societal double standards.
In simple terms: Heroes get away with wrongdoing.
Key Takeaway
Question moral standards for all.
Themes
heroism
morality
double standards
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
literary
satirical
When to use this quote
- media criticism
- education reform
- legal accountability
Key Concepts
ethical relativism
narrative bias
justice
Questions to Reflect On
- Do we excuse bad deeds when the perpetrator is admired?
- How can we demand accountability from heroes?
A Different Perspective
Heroes are not above the law.
