1984 (eBook)

George Orwell (Autor)

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2022
222 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654739939-1 (EAN)

Infos

George Orwell's 1984 is a dystopian novel that explores the dangers of totalitarianism, censorship, and the abuse of power. Set in a futuristic world where individuality is suppressed and Big Brother controls every aspect of life, the novel presents a bleak and oppressive society where freedom of thought and expression are nonexistent. Orwell's writing is characterized by its stark realism and powerful social commentary, making 1984 a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers today. The novel's themes of surveillance, propaganda, and the manipulation of truth remain relevant in our modern world. Orwell's ability to create a chilling and thought-provoking narrative makes 1984 a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the implications of unchecked government control. In a time where privacy and freedom are increasingly threatened, 1984 serves as a cautionary tale that reminds us of the importance of fighting for democracy and individual rights.

Autor

George Orwell, the pen name of Eric Arthur Blair, is an iconic figure in the annals of English literature, renowned for his profound contributions that delve into themes of totalitarianism, social injustice, and the nuanced interplay between truth and propaganda. Born on June 25, 1903, in Motihari, British India, Orwell's body of work encapsulates an array of literary forms, including essays, novels, and commentary. Amongst his most seminal works, '1984' (1949) stands as a towering testament to his prescient vision of a dystopian future where an omnipresent government exerts totalitarian control and exercises power through manipulation, surveillance, and the revision of history. This masterpiece illustrates not only his literary prowess but also his unwavering commitment to scrutinizing and critiquing the sociopolitical fabric of his time. Orwell's stark, lucid prose style and the keen foresight displayed in '1984' have secured his status as a vanguard in the realm of political satire and dystopian fiction, influencing a slew of writers and thinkers in the generations that followed. Orwell's work remains eternally relevant, a stark reminder of the fragility of freedom in the face of authoritarianism, ushering readers towards a vigilant and critical examination of the socio-political realities that envelop them.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 13.11.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Fantasy / Science Fiction ► Science Fiction
• Schlagworte: Authoritarian regime • Big Brother and surveillance • Brave New World • Classic • classic science fiction • Divergent • Dystopian literature • Fahrenheit 451 • future society novels • Handmaid's Tale • Historical • Historical relevance • Hunger Games • It can't happen here • language control • literary classic • literary political commentary • Nineteen Eighty-Four • Orwellian society • political oppression • psychological manipulation • Social commentary • social criticism novels • Societal warning • Stephen King • surveillance state • The Man in the High Castle • The Road • thoughtcrime and Newspeak • Totalitarian dystopia • totalitarianism in fiction • utopia and dystopia fiction • Violet Hunt