This novel by George Orwell was written in 1948 as a warning of the dangers of socialism. The story is set in the midst of a socialistic society where the government (a.k.a Big Brother) maintains constant surveillance on each and ever citizen. Every action, no matter how small or insignificant, is scrutinized by Big Brother. Any hint of disloyalty is swiftly dealt with.
I was particularly impressed with the airtight system that Big Brother utilizes to control and dominate the will of the people. Perhaps the most intriguing part of the book for me was Orwell's belief that no matter how much the human spirit can be suppressed, it can never be completely dominated.
I was particularly impressed with the airtight system that Big Brother utilizes to control and dominate the will of the people. Perhaps the most intriguing part of the book for me was Orwell's belief that no matter how much the human spirit can be suppressed, it can never be completely dominated.
