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Over the edge Quote by Terry Pratchett

“Don't you understand?" snarled Rincewind. "We are going over the Edge, godsdammit!" "Can't we do anything about it?" "No!" "Then I can't see the sense in panicking," said Twoflower calmly.” quote by Terry Pratchett
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“Don't you understand?" snarled Rincewind. "We are going over the Edge, godsdammit!" "Can't we do anything about it?" "No!" "Then I can't see the sense in panicking," said Twoflower calmly.”

Terry Pratchett

About This Quote

Source Novel: Discworld – The Colour of Magic, 1983

Characters confront an inevitable crisis, yet one remains calm, questioning the panic while others fear the unknown.

In simple terms: Stay calm when facing overwhelming odds.

Key Takeaway

Maintain composure.

Themes

courage humor adventure

Mood

witty anxious

Type

literary humorous

When to use this quote

  • exploring new territories
  • facing personal fears
  • team decision‑making
  • crisis management

Key Concepts

fantasy existential dread leadership

Questions to Reflect On

  • When do you intervene in a crisis?
  • How does humor help in dire situations?
A Different Perspective

Calmness can be mistaken for indifference.

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