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Quote by George Orwell

“Anyone who challenges the prevailing orthodoxy finds himself silenced with surprising effectiveness. A genuinely unfashionable opinion is almost never given a fair hearing.”

Quote by George Orwell

Book:Animal farm: a fairy story

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Animal farm: a fairy story

George Orwell's novella depicts the rise and fall of a group of animals who overthrow their human masters and establish their own society, only to see it devolve into a totalitarian regime. The story serves as a cautionary tale about the nature of power and the corruption that can arise from it. 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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