Description
“1984” by George Orwell is a seminal dystopian novel that explores the themes of surveillance, government control, and the manipulation of truth in a totalitarian state. Published in 1949, the novel is set in the fictional superstate of Oceania, where the Party, led by the elusive Big Brother, exercises absolute power over its citizens. The story follows Winston Smith, a low-ranking member of the Party who works at the Ministry of Truth, where his job is to alter historical records and propagate government-approved versions of events. Winston becomes disillusioned with the oppressive regime and secretly rebels against Big Brother, seeking truth and freedom in a world where these concepts are considered thoughtcrimes. Orwell’s “1984” is a chilling warning about the dangers of authoritarianism, the erosion of individual liberties, and the potential for government overreach, making it a powerful and enduring work of political commentary.
About Author George Orwell:
George Orwell, born Eric Arthur Blair in 1903 in India, was an English novelist, essayist, journalist, and critic. Best known for his dystopian novel “1984” and the allegorical novella “Animal Farm,” Orwell’s work is characterized by lucid prose, awareness of social injustice, opposition to totalitarianism, and outspoken support of democratic socialism.
