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Discworld Quote by Terry Pratchett

“Wolves hate werewolves.' 'What? That can't be right! When she's wolf-shaped she's just like a wolf!' 'So? When she's human-shaped she's just like a human. And what's that got to do with anything? Humans don't like werewolves. Wolves don't like werewolves. People don't like wolves that can think…” quote by Terry Pratchett
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““Wolves hate werewolves.' 'What? That can't be right! When she's wolf-shaped she's just like a wolf!' 'So? When she's human-shaped she's just like a human. And what's that got to do with anything? Humans don't like werewolves. Wolves don't like werewolves. People don't like wolves that can think like people, an' people don't like people who can act like wolves. Which just goes to show that people are the same everywhere.' said Gaspode. He assessed this sentence and added, 'Even when they're wolves.””

Terry Pratchett

About This Quote

Source Novel: Discworld series, 1994

The quote satirizes prejudice, showing that fear of the other persists regardless of form.

In simple terms: People fear differences, even when they're the same.

Key Takeaway

Challenge stereotypes and seek common humanity.

Themes

prejudice identity humanity

Mood

thoughtful critical

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • workplace diversity
  • education
  • media representation

Key Concepts

social bias philosophical satire

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can we see beyond labels?
A Different Perspective

Is fear always rational?

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