Animal Farm
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Animal Farm
When the downtrodden animals of Manor Farm overthrow their master Mr Jones and take over the farm themselves, they imagine it is the beginning of a life of freedom and equality. But gradually a cunning, ruthless elite among them, masterminded by the pigs Napoleon and Snowball, starts to take control.
Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! DescriptionHaving got rid of their human master, the animals in this political fable look forward to a life of freedom and plenty. But as a clever, ruthless elite takes control, the other animals find themselves hopelessly ensnared in the same old way.
Animal Farm by George Orwell is a powerful allegory that explores the dynamics of power and corruption, leaving a lasting impression on readers about the dangers of totalitarian regimes and the fragility of freedom.
Series: Penguin Modern Classics
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Animal Farm by George Orwell is lauded for its sharp political satire and allegorical storytelling. Reviewers praise its ability to vividly critique totalitarian regimes through the simple yet profound tale of farm animals overthrowing their human farmer. The novel's clear language and deep commentary on power and corruption make it both an engaging and thought-provoking read.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780141182704
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 24 February 2000
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Penguin Classics
Contributors:
- Introduction by Robert Colls
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 8.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 114g
Pages: 144
About the Author
Eric Arthur Blair (George Orwell) was born in India in 1903. He was educated at Eton, served with the Indian Imperial Police in Burma, and worked in Britain as a private tutor, schoolteacher, bookshop assistant and journalist. In 1936, Orwell went to fight for the Republicans in the Spanish Civil War and was wounded. In 1938 he was admitted into a sanatorium and from then on was never fully fit. George Orwell died in London in 1950.
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