George Orwell, the pseudonym of Eric Arthur Blair, was a towering figure in 20th-century literature, known for his lucid prose, biting social criticism, and unwavering commitment to democratic socialism. Born on June 25, 1903, in Motihari, Bihar, in British India, Orwell was a prolific writer whose work spans a variety of genres including journalism, essays, fiction, and non-fiction. Among his most celebrated works is 'Animal Farm' (1945), a fierce satire on the corruption of revolutionary ideals and a piercing commentary on the totalitarian abuse of power. Heading to Eton College for his education, Orwell later joined the Imperial Police in Burma, an experience that fostered his growing detestation of imperialism and eventually led to his resignation. Orwell's writing style is distinguished by its clarity, intelligence, and wit, his narratives often underscored by a prophetic awareness of social injustices and an intense opposition to totalitarianism, most famously depicted in his dystopian novel '1984'. Orwell's works are characterized by his profound consciousness of social wrongs, as well as his belief in democratic socialism as opposed to totalitarianism. Despite his battle against tuberculosis, Orwell continued to write until his death on January 21, 1950. His essays and novels remain powerful and relevant, cementing his legacy as one of the English language's most important and influential writers.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 17.5.2022 |
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Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Literatur ► Comic / Humor / Manga |
Literatur ► Krimi / Thriller / Horror ► Krimi / Thriller | |
Schlagworte | allegorical novel • allegorical novella • animal symbolism • Authoritarian Rule • Brave New World • classic dystopian fiction • Class struggle • Dystopian Fiction • farm animals symbolism • Handmaid’s Tale • Hunger Games • Literary criticism • Orwellian philosophy • Political satire • revolution and corruption • revolutionary ideals • Russian Revolution • Satirical fable • Social commentary • Social commentary literature • The Man in the High Castle • totalitarianism theme • totalitarian regime |
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