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1984 Nineteen Eighty-Four

New Annotated Edition from the Author of Animal Farm
By George Orwell
Series: Alma Classics Evergreens
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1984 Nineteen Eighty-Four by George Orwell is a dystopian novel set in a totalitarian society ruled by the Party and its leader, Big Brother. The story follows Winston Smith, a low-ranking member of the Party, who becomes disillusioned with his oppressive reality. As Winston grapples with themes of surveillance, mind control, and individuality, he begins to question the society around him.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by dystopian worlds and political critiques. Its intense narrative explores themes of surveillance, totalitarianism, and individuality, making it a compelling read for those interested in societal structures and the human condition. With its gripping storyline, it offers deep insights into the consequences of unchecked power and control.

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1984 Nineteen Eighty-Four

Arguably the greatest dystopian novel of all time and the most influential post-war work of fiction, Nineteen Eighty-Four is a riveting read and a groundbreaking exploration of mass surveillance, censorship and mind control, which has a deep resonance with the world we live in.

Arguably the greatest dystopian novel of all time and the most influential post-war work of fiction, 1984 Nineteen Eighty-Four is a riveting read and a groundbreaking exploration of mass surveillance, censorship and mind control, which has a deep resonance with the world we live in. This new edition contains notes and extra material for students.

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Ravaged by years of war and civil conflict, Britain has changed its name to Airstrip One and become part of Oceania – one of the three totalitarian blocks dominating the world – ruled by a mysterious leader called Big Brother who keeps the population in thrall through strict surveillance and brutal police repression.

In a society where the individual is suppressed and turned into an “unperson” for not conforming, and where not only personal thought, but also historical record and language itself are constantly being manipulated by the ruling regime, Ministry of Truth worker Winston Smith tries to make sense of the rebellious thoughts and passions that are stirring inside him, and finds himself impotent against the inexorable machine that surrounds him and threatens to crush him at any time.

Arguably the greatest dystopian novel of all time and the most influential post-war work of fiction – which enriched the English language with words such as “Newspeak”, “doublethink” and “thoughtcrime” – Nineteen Eighty-Four is a riveting read and a groundbreaking exploration of mass surveillance, censorship and mind control, which has a deep resonance with the world we live in.

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ISBN: 9781847498571

Publisher: Alma Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 January 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Alma Classics

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 260g

Pages: 288

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Fiction General Fiction George Orwell Literary Fiction Most Popular Books of All Time Series: Alma Classics Evergreens

About the Author

Eric Blair (1903–50), better known by his pen name George Orwell, was a novelist, journalist and critic, best remembered for his seminal novels 1984 and Animal Farm, and for works of non-fiction such as The Road to Wigan Pier and Homage to Catalonia.

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