Ankh Quote by Terry Pratchett
“Of course, Ankh-Morpork's citizens had always claimed that the river water was incredibly pure. Any water that had passed through so many kidneys, they reasoned, had to be very pure indeed.”
About This Quote
Source Discworld Novel: Guards! Guards! (1990)
Citizens claim river water is pure because it passed through many kidneys, a humorous absurdity.
In simple terms: People trust something because of a faulty logic.
Key Takeaway
Question assumptions and seek evidence.
Themes
humor
absurdity
logic
trust
Mood
witty
playful
Type
satirical
humorous
When to use this quote
- public health debates
- environmental policy
- education
- media literacy
Key Concepts
satire
critical thinking
folklore
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this satire reveal about public trust?
- How can we improve critical thinking?
A Different Perspective
The claim is intentionally ridiculous, not factual.
