Animal Farm

Name: Animal Farm
Brand: Bloomsbury Publishing PTY Ltd
SKU: 9781847498588
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By George Orwell

Series: Alma Classics Evergreens

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Animal Farm by George Orwell is a political fable that portrays the rebellion of farm animals against their human farmer, aiming for a society where animals can be free and equal. As the animals establish their new order, power dynamics shift, and not all is as utopian as they envisioned, leading to unintended and complex outcomes. This allegorical novella explores themes of power, control, and corruption.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy satirical tales that explore themes of power, corruption, and political dynamics through the allegory of farm animals overthrowing their human farmer. It's a thought-provoking read for those intrigued by the complexities of societal structures and the ways in which revolutions can unfold and evolve.

Animal Farm

Written during the Second World War and published in 1945, this allegorical novel is a carefully constructed critique of the Russian Revolution and a sharp satire on the abuse of power. It remains unsurpassed both as a document of its time and as a testament to the versatility and creative genius of George Orwell.

Written during the Second World War and published in 1945, this allegorical novel is a carefully constructed critique of the Russian Revolution and a sharp satire of the abuse of power. This new edition contains notes and extra material for students.

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Under the feckless husbandry of Mr Jones, Manor Farm has fallen into disrepair. Pushed into hardship, the animals decide to stage a revolt, and led by two young pigs, Snowball and Napoleon, they overthrow Mr Jones and drive him away from the farm.

In the subsequent struggle for power, it is Napoleon that emerges as a victor: he renames the place Animal Farm, gets rid of his enemies and, by the way he behaves—expecting to be glorified above the others and turning the screw on his fellow beasts in order to keep them subjugated—begins to resemble more and more the former rulers of the farm, the hated humans.

Written during the Second World War and published in 1945, this allegorical novel is a carefully constructed critique of the Russian Revolution and a sharp satire of the abuse of power. It remains unsurpassed both as a document of its time and as a testament to the versatility and creative genius of George Orwell.

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Animal Farm by George Orwell is often praised for its incisive allegorical critique of totalitarian regimes, reflecting on the corruption of ideals and power dynamics through the story of a rebellion led by farm animals. Reviewers commend Orwell's ability to weave a compelling narrative with profound political commentary, highlighting the transformation from revolutionary fervour to oppressive hierarchy. Its succinct prose and enduring relevance continue to captivate readers, making it a staple in discussions of political and social philosophy.

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ISBN: 9781847498588

Publisher: Alma Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 January 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Alma Classics

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 124g

Pages: 128

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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.