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Quote by George Orwell

“It is one of the tragedies of the half-educated that they develop late, when they are already committed to some wrong way of life.”

Quote by George Orwell

Book:Burmese Days

Work

This novel delves into the social and political landscape of colonial Burma, examining the impact of British rule on the local population and the complex dynamics of race and power. more

Author

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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