Advertisements Quote by Holbrook Jackson
“History proves there is no better advertisement for a book than to condemn it for obscenity.”
About This Quote
Source Article: Book Promotion, 1925
Condemning a book for obscenity unintentionally serves as powerful publicity, boosting its visibility.
In simple terms: Scandalous criticism promotes books.
Leverage controversy for attention.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- publishing
- author reputation
- media coverage
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do people seek out banned books?
- Can negative press ever be wholly negative?
Controversy can also damage a book’s reputation.