George R. R. Martin Quotes

A collection of quotes by George R. R. Martin.

George R. R. Martin, born on September 20, 1948, is an American novelist and short story writer. He is renowned for his fantasy series, "A Song of Ice and Fire," which served as the basis for the popular television series "Game of Thrones." Raised in New Jersey, Martin developed a passion for storytelling from a young age. His intricate narratives, complex characters, and unpredictable plot twists have captivated readers worldwide, earning him immense acclaim. Notably, Martin's work has received numerous awards, including the prestigious Hugo, Nebula, and Bram Stoker Awards.

I've never been quite sure what the point of a eunuch is, if

I've never been quite sure what the point of a eunuch is, if truth be told. It seems to me they're only men with the useful bits cut off.

George R. R. Martin

You'll find truth in your looking glass, not on the tongues

You'll find truth in your looking glass, not on the tongues of men.

George R. R. Martin

Maester Luwin says there's nothing in dreams that a man need

Maester Luwin says there's nothing in dreams that a man need fear. There is, said Jojen. What? The past. The future. The truth.

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Truth Dreams Man

Is it treason to say the truth? A bitter truth, but no less

Is it treason to say the truth? A bitter truth, but no less true for that.

George R. R. Martin

Tyrion says that people often claim to hunger for truth, but

Tyrion says that people often claim to hunger for truth, but seldom like the taste when it's served up.

George R. R. Martin

Sansa, permit me to share a bit of womanly wisdom with you o

Sansa, permit me to share a bit of womanly wisdom with you on this very special day. Love is poison. A sweet poison, yes, but it will kill you all the same.

George R. R. Martin

Wisdom Life Love

I hear you jeering. Pfui. Those of you who know my work only

I hear you jeering. Pfui. Those of you who know my work only from A SONG OF ICE AND FIRE may not be aware that I was once considered the most romantic science fiction writer of the 70s, back when I was doing my Thousand Worlds stuff.

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