# Terry Pratchett – Boots theory of poverty

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**Created:** [October 19, 2025, 4:10pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/terry-pratchett-boots-theory-of-poverty/1024094 "2025-10-19T16:10:33Z")\
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Where do I find Terry Pratchett’s boots theory of poverty? I’ve seen it referred to on the Boards but can’t find it again.

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