“Great Music, it said, and Great Poetry would like quieten Modern Youth down and make Modern Youth more Civilized. Civilized my syphilised yarbles.”
Quote by Anthony Burgess
Work
A Clockwork Orange (Restored Text)
A Clockwork Orange is a dystopian novel that delves into the psychological and societal consequences of free will versus determinism. The story follows Alex, a young man who is a member of a gang of violent criminals. After being imprisoned for his crimes, Alex undergoes a controversial rehabilitation program that strips him of his free will. The novel raises questions about the ethics of such interventions and the nature of human morality. more
Author
Anthony Burgess
Anthony Burgess, born on February 25, 1917, in Manchester, England, was an accomplished British writer known for his distinctive literary style and profound insights into human psychology. His works spanned various literary genres, including novels, plays, and poetry. Burgess' most famous novel, A Clockwork Orange, is one of the most celebrated works of the 20th century, exploring themes such as free will, morality, and social control. more
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