“In some ways she was far more acute than Winston, and far less susceptible to Party propaganda. Once when he happened in some connection to mention the war against Eurasia, she startled him by saying casually that in her opinion the war was not happening. The rocket bombs which fell daily on London were probably fired by the Government of Oceania itself, "just to keep the people frightened."”
George Orwell's '1984' is a seminal work of literature that explores themes of government control, individuality, and the erosion of privacy. The story is set in a future where the world is divided into three superstates, each engaged in perpetual war. The protagonist, Winston Smith, works for the Ministry of Truth and is disillusioned with the oppressive regime. The novel delves into the psychological and societal consequences of living under constant surveillance and the struggle for truth and freedom. more
George Orwell, born Eric Arthur Blair, was a British novelist and political critic. Known for his sharp social criticism and profound insights into totalitarianism, Orwell is best remembered for his novels '1984' and 'Animal Farm', which remain influential to this day. more
“Th' imperial ensign, which full high advanc'd Shone like a meteor, streaming to the wind.”
“Every where I see bliss, from which I alone am irrevocably excluded.”
“Best to take the moment present as a present for the moment. . .”