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Nineteen Eighty-Four

The Graphic Novel
By George Orwell
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Nineteen Eighty-Four by George Orwell is a dystopian novel set in a totalitarian state where the government exercises extreme surveillance and control over its citizens. The story follows Winston Smith, who works for the oppressive regime, as he begins to question the Party's dictates and seeks truth and freedom. The book explores themes of censorship, individuality, and the impact of authoritarian rule.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy thought-provoking dystopian fiction that delves into themes of totalitarianism, surveillance, and individuality. It's a gripping story that captures the essence of a society under constant watch, exploring the power of language and truth in a world where reality is manipulated. This novel's powerful narrative and enduring relevance make it a compelling read for those interested in politics and human rights.

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Nineteen Eighty-Four

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A spectacular graphic adaptation of the greatest dystopian novel ever written.

Hidden away in the Record Department of the sprawling Ministry of Truth, Winston Smith skilfully rewrites the past to suit the needs of the Party. Yet he inwardly rebels against the totalitarian world he lives in, which demands absolute obedience and controls him through the all-seeing telescreens and the watchful eye of Big Brother, symbolic head of the Party.

In his longing for truth and liberty, Smith begins a secret love affair with a fellow-worker, Julia, but soon discovers the true price of freedom is betrayal.

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Many reviewers praise the work for its compelling depiction of Orwell's dystopian world, highlighting Fido Nesti's graphic interpretation as an impressive addition. Buzz Magazine suggests that Orwell would have been proud of this adaptation, while Booklist recommends it for newcomers or those who are hesitant to engage with classics.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241436493

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 April 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Fido Nesti

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 210.0mm

Height: 277.0mm

Weight: 1029g

Pages: 224

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Fiction General Fiction George Orwell Literary Fiction Penguin Books Penguin Classics

About the Author

George Orwell (Author) Eric Arthur Blair (1903-1950), better known by his pen-name, George Orwell, was born in India, where his father worked for the Civil Service. An author and journalist, Orwell was one of the most prominent and influential figures in twentieth-century literature. His unique political allegory Animal Farm was published in 1945, and it was this novel, together with the dystopia of Nineteen Eighty-Four (1949), which brought him world-wide fame. His novels and non-fiction include Burmese Days, Down and Out in Paris and London, The Road to Wigan Pier and Homage to Catalonia. Fido Nesti (Illustrator) Fido Nesti was born in S o Paulo, Brazil, in 1971. A self-taught artist, he has worked in illustration and comics for over twenty-five years. His work has appeared in The New Yorker, Rolling Stone, and Americas Quarterly, among many other publications.

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