Belief Quote by Terry Pratchett
““Polly?' Said Wazzer. 'Yes?' 'You don't believe in The Duchess, do you? I mean the real Duchess, not your inn.' Polly looked into the small, pinched, intense face. 'Well I mean, they say she's dead, and I prayed to her when I was small, but since you asked I don't exactly, um, believe as-' She gabbled. 'She is standing just behind you. Just behind your right shoulder.' In the silence of the wood, Polly turned. 'I can't see her,' she said. 'I am happy for you,' said Wazzer, handing her the empty mug. 'But I didn't see anything,' said Polly. 'No,' said Wazzer. 'But you turned around.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Discworld series, novel “The Wee Free Men”, 2003
A character confronts a mysterious presence, questioning belief and perception in a supernatural encounter.
In simple terms: A supernatural encounter challenges belief.
Key Takeaway
Question what you accept as real.
Themes
belief
supernatural
perception
friendship
courage
Mood
curious
intrigued
playful
Type
literary
fantasy
dialogue
When to use this quote
- exploring haunted woods
- dialogue about unseen entities
- character development
- building trust
Key Concepts
existential doubt
faith
the unseen
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the unseen represent?
- How do we trust unseen forces?
A Different Perspective
The scene may be a playful fantasy, not a literal ghost.
