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“If you turn the other cheek, you will get a harder blow on it than you got on the first one. This does not always happen, but it is to be expected, and you ought not to complain if it does happen.”

Quote by George Orwell

Book:All Art Is Propaganda: Critical Essays

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All Art Is Propaganda: Critical Essays

This book delves into the complex interplay between artistic expression and the dissemination of ideas, analyzing various forms of art as tools for persuasion and influence. more

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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

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