description: Animal Farm, steeped in scathing commentary about communism and the Russian Revolution, as well as 1984, a ferocious parody of the totalitarian state, are masterpieces of literature and social thought. This insightful book shows that contrary to popular opinion, author George Orwell was actually a passionate socialist. It recounts events that influenced his work, including his experiences as a left-wing journalist and soldier in the Spanish Civil War.
language: English
title: Orwell for Beginners
titlecomplete: Orwell for Beginners
genres: Biography
ratings_count: 26
series: Writers & Readers Documentary Comic Book
publisher: Writers & Readers