Angry Quote by Terry Pratchett
“Sometimes I think a man could wander across the disc all his life and not see everything there is to see,' said Twoflower. 'And now it seems there are lots of other worlds as well. When I think I might die without seeing a hundredth of all there is to see it makes me feel,' he paused, then added, 'well, humble, I suppose. And very angry, of course.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Colour of Magic, Terry Pratchett, 1983
The quote expresses awe at the vastness of the universe, humility before its unknowns, and frustration at human limited perspective.
In simple terms: Seeing the world is overwhelming, making us humble and angry.
Key Takeaway
Embrace curiosity while managing frustration.
Themes
humility
curiosity
frustration
exploration
perspective
Mood
reflective
melancholic
inquisitive
Type
literary
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- travel
- education
- personal growth
- philosophical reflection
- creative writing
Key Concepts
existential wonder
human limitation
knowledge gaps
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to truly “see” everything?
- How can we balance humility with the desire to explore?
A Different Perspective
Human perception can never capture all reality, leading to perpetual dissatisfaction.
