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About the book
Nineteen Eighty-Four is a dystopian novel by George Orwell, first published in 1949. It imagines a society ruled by a harsh totalitarian regime, where daily life, public language, and private behaviour are tightly controlled. Orwell keeps the focus on systems rather than plot mechanics, building a bleak world that shows how power can shape what people say, think, and even notice.
This book suits readers looking for political fiction that is sharp, unsentimental, and built around ideas. It works well for anyone interested in surveillance, propaganda, and the pressure of authority on ordinary life, and it is also a strong entry point into dystopian writing. Its blend of science fiction and political fiction gives it a clear place within those genres, while the social critique keeps it grounded and readable.
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Book details
- Year
- 1949
- Language
- English, Newspeak
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