Quote by J.K. Rowling
When we come face-to-face with one down a dark alley, we're going to be having a shufti to see if it's solid, aren't we, we're not going to be asking, 'Excuse me, are you the imprint of a departed soul?
Summary
This quote by Terry Pratchett humorously highlights how practicality often outweighs philosophical pondering in real-life situations. It suggests that rather than engaging in deep metaphysical contemplation, when encountering a threatening situation, our instinctual response is to assess the tangible presence of the potential threat. The quote emphasizes the importance of immediate action and pragmatism over abstract questioning and speculative thinking.
By J.K. Rowling