Clubs Quote by George R.R. Martin
““After a time some of the hedge knights and men-at-arms amongst his rabble began to paint images of the “Cock o’ the Moon” on their shields, and a brisk trade grew up in clubs, pendants, and staffs carved to resemble Moon’s member.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: A Song of Ice and Fire, 1996
Characters used a provocative symbol to create a market for novelty items.
In simple terms: Symbols drive commerce.
Key Takeaway
Be aware of symbolism's impact.
Themes
culture
economics
humor
Mood
playful
controversial
Type
literary
social
When to use this quote
- gaming conventions
- fan merchandise
- collectible design
Key Concepts
symbolic commerce
subculture marketing
Questions to Reflect On
- What symbols have you seen become commercialized?
- Do you find humor in taboo imagery?
A Different Perspective
Provocative symbols can alienate or offend.
![“I failed, I think, seven [or] eight times before I finally got my first [championship]. It was just, you know, just about me growing up. Now that I'm an old, old veteran-age 29-I do things a lot differently. I don't go to the gentlemen's clubs anymore. I had to slow that down.” quote by Shaquille O'Neal](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/08f/shaquille-o-neal-659_age_i-failed-i-think-seven-or-eight-times-be_2731.jpg)
![“[Could you show us how Lana Del Rey dances in a club?] That would be illegal.” quote by Lana Del Rey](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/002/lana-del-rey-1196_clubs_could-you-show-us-how-lana-del-rey-dance_11205.jpg)
