Quote by Terry Pratchett

They called themselves the Munrungs. It meant The People, or The True Human Beings.It's what most people call themselves, to begin with. And then one day the tribe meets some other People or, if it's not been a good day, The Enemy. If only they'd think up a name like Some More True Human Beings, it'd save a lot of trouble later on

They called themselves the Munrungs. It meant The People, or

Summary

This quote by Terry Pratchett humorously highlights the tendency of human beings to label themselves as "The People" or "The True Human Beings." Through satire, the quote suggests that these names are arbitrary and often lead to conflicts when encountering other groups who identify themselves differently. The quote further imagines a scenario in which a more inclusive name, such as "Some More True Human Beings," could prevent misunderstandings and hostilities. Overall, it serves as a commentary on the triviality of certain group identities and the potential for unity through a more inclusive perspective.

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By Terry Pratchett

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