1984
In 1984, London is a grim city in the totalitarian state of Oceania where Big Brother is always watching you and the Thought Police can practically read your mind. Winston Smith is a man in grave danger for the simple reason that his memory still functions. Drawn into a forbidden love affair, Winston finds the courage to join a secret revolutionary organization called The Brotherhood, dedicated to the destruction of the Party. Together with his beloved Julia, he hazards his life in a deadly match against the powers that be.
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Books like these serve as reminders and emphatic "I told you so" statements when we have long surpassed the stage of warnings. I hope more people pick up this book and allow it to be a catalyst.
Absolutely amazing. Talk about a dark and horrifying tale of what a totalitarianism society can do if we allow it to happen. George Orwell was ahead of his time and knew what he was doing in writing this timeless tale.
A very poignant story that reflects many current events 75 years after it's release. It's been burning in my mind to read this since high school, but now that I'm much older, I've gained better understanding of the characters because they reflect some of our experiences right now in America.
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