1984: 75th Anniversary

There is still so much to learn from this book.

Recently re-read. It’s still chillingly relevant

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.

Favourite book of all time

1984 is not just a dystopian novel, it is a psychological experience that lingers long after the final page. Orwell's greatest strength lies in his precision. The concepts of "Big Brother," "doublethink," and "thoughtcrime" are tools that dissect how power operates very quietly, persistently, and often invisibly. The Party controls not only actions, but also language, memory, and even the ability to think critically. That's what makes the novel so unsettling - it suggests that oppression can look like normalization. What elevates 19984 beyond a standard dystopia is its relevance. Even decades after its publication, its warnings about surveillance, misinformation, and ideological control feel more urgent than ever. It's not an easy read, but it's not meant to be.