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“They are boys drunk on song and story, and like all boys, they think themselves immortal.” quote by George R.R. Martin
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““They are boys drunk on song and story, and like all boys, they think themselves immortal.””

George R.R. Martin

About This Quote

Source Novel: A Song of Ice and Fire, George R.R. Martin, 1996

Young men, intoxicated by stories, feel invincible, echoing youthful arrogance.

In simple terms: Boys think they’re immortal because of songs.

Key Takeaway

Balance imagination with humility.

Themes

youth storytelling hubris immortality culture

Mood

inspirational reflective

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • education
  • literary analysis
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

mythmaking confidence naiveté identity

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do stories make us feel timeless?
  • How can we stay grounded while dreaming?
A Different Perspective

Overconfidence can lead to reckless behavior.

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