Quote by Terry Pratchett

No, what he didn't like about heroes was that they were usually suicidally gloomy when sober and homicidally insane when drunk.

No, what he didn't like about heroes was that they were usua

Summary

This quote suggests a disdain for heroes based on their contrasting behaviors when sober and intoxicated. It implies that heroes often exhibit extreme and troubling personality shifts, oscillating between unhappiness and madness. The quotation highlights a criticism of the inconsistent and potentially dangerous nature of these individuals, challenging the widely idealized perception of heroes and presenting a cynical perspective on their character.

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