Black Quote by Terry Pratchett
“Racism was not a problem on the Discworld, because - what with trolls and dwarfs and so on - speciesism was more interesting. Black and white lived in perfect harmony and ganged up on green.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Discworld series, 1990s
In Discworld, racism is absent; instead, speciesism among fantastical beings dominates, creating a different social tension.
In simple terms: Racism is replaced by speciesism in a fantasy world.
Key Takeaway
Recognize that prejudice can take many forms.
Themes
fantasy
social critique
humor
Mood
witty
thoughtful
Type
satirical
literary
When to use this quote
- role‑playing games
- literary analysis
- teaching about bias
- creative writing
Key Concepts
speciesism
social hierarchy
Questions to Reflect On
- What does speciesism reveal about human bias?
- Can humor effectively expose discrimination?
A Different Perspective
Even fantastical settings can reflect real prejudice.
