Quote by George Orwell

Advertising is the rattling of a stick inside a swill bucket.

Advertising is the rattling of a stick inside a swill bucket

Summary

This quote suggests that advertising is a noisy and attention-grabbing tactic that is used to sell products or ideas, much like the sound of a stick rattling inside a swill bucket. It implies that advertising can sometimes be seen as a disruptive or obnoxious approach that attempts to capture people's attention by making a lot of noise. This metaphor highlights the inherent loudness and lack of subtlety in advertising's attempts to persuade and influence consumer behavior.

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By George Orwell

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