Books are dead men talking.
The wildlings seemed to think Ygritte a great beauty because of her hair; red hair was rare among the free folk, and those who had it were said to be kissed by fire, which was supposed to be lucky.
a man who hates music can’t be trusted, I always say.
Only lies offend me, never honest counsel.
I will take what is mine with fire and blood.
Small men oft feel a need to prove their courage with unseemly boasts," he declared. "I doubt if he could kill a duck." Tyrion shrugged. "Fetch the duck.