Liked Quote by Terry Pratchett
““But he found he rather liked Shadwell. People often did, much to Shadwell’s annoyance. The Rajits liked him because he always eventually paid his rent and didn’t cause any trouble, and was racist in such a glowering, undirected way that it was quite inoffensive; it was simply that Shadwell hated everyone in the world, regardless of caste, color, or creed, and wasn’t going to make any exceptions for anyone. Madame””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Discworld series, 1990s
Shadwell is tolerated because he is harmless despite his universal hatred, showing that passive non‑troublemaking can mask deep cynicism.
In simple terms: People accept quiet, non‑troubling individuals even if they are hateful.
Key Takeaway
Don’t mistake silence for kindness.
Themes
tolerance
prejudice
social dynamics
Mood
ironic
critical
Type
satirical
observational
When to use this quote
- shared
- workplace
- community interactions
- social judgment
Key Concepts
cynicism
passivity
social acceptance
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we address hidden prejudice?
- When is tolerance harmful?
A Different Perspective
Quiet hostility can still cause harm.
