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1984

George Orwell (Auteur)
Description

George Orwell's "1984" portrays a dystopian society where Winston Smith rebels against the oppressive Party. Through constant surveillance and manipulation of history, the Party suppresses individuality and independent thought. Winston's defiance and secret love affair with Julia lead to their tragic fate. "1984" explores themes of totalitarianism, government surveillance, and the manipulation of truth. The Party's leader, Big Brother, symbolizes absolute power. Orwell warns of the dangers of unchecked authority and emphasizes the importance of preserving individual freedoms. Orwell's "1984" remains a timeless warning against totalitarianism and a reminder of the fragility of freedom. It resonates in today's era of advancing technology and concerns about privacy, serving as an influential work that prompts reflection on the preservation of individual autonomy.

Biographie de l'auteur

George Orwell [dʒɔː(ɹ)dʒ ˈɔːwel], nom de plume d’Eric Arthur Blair, né le 25 juin 1903 à Motihari (Inde) pendant la période du Raj britannique et mort le 21 janvier 1950 à Londres, est un écrivain, essayiste et journaliste britannique.

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