1984: Must Read Classics

· Good Press
E-boek
222
Bladsye
Geskik
Graderings en resensies word nie geverifieer nie. Kom meer te wete

Meer oor hierdie e-boek

In George Orwell's dystopian masterpiece, "1984," readers are thrust into a chillingly oppressive world where totalitarianism reigns supreme, and individuality is systematically crushed. Orwell employs a stark, unembellished literary style, utilising plain language that amplifies the grimness of his vision. The novel's context is steeped in the political turmoil of the 20th century, particularly the rise of fascism and Stalinism, making it a prescient warning about the dangers of unchecked state power and surveillance. Through the eyes of Winston Smith, who grapples with the constraints of a society dominated by the omnipresent Party and its enigmatic leader, Big Brother, Orwell deftly explores themes of freedom, truth, and the human spirit's capacity for rebellion against authoritarian control. George Orwell, a prominent literary figure and social critic, was profoundly influenced by his experiences in the Spanish Civil War and his observations of propaganda and state control. These experiences shaped his understanding of political language's capabilities to distort reality, which he vividly encapsulates in "1984." The novel serves as a culmination of Orwell's lifelong commitment to exposing the mechanisms of oppression, ensuring his timely warnings resonate with contemporaneity. Recommended for those who seek to explore the depths of human resilience and the perils of political oppression, "1984" remains an essential read. Its timeless relevance and haunting narrative compel readers to reflect on the delicate balance between freedom and control, making it a vital contribution to discussions about liberty and governmental authority.

Gradeer hierdie e-boek

Sê vir ons wat jy dink.

Lees inligting

Slimfone en tablette
Installeer die Google Play Boeke-app vir Android en iPad/iPhone. Dit sinkroniseer outomaties met jou rekening en maak dit vir jou moontlik om aanlyn of vanlyn te lees waar jy ook al is.
Skootrekenaars en rekenaars
Jy kan jou rekenaar se webblaaier gebruik om na oudioboeke wat jy op Google Play gekoop het, te luister.
E-lesers en ander toestelle
Om op e-inktoestelle soos Kobo-e-lesers te lees, moet jy ’n lêer aflaai en dit na jou toestel toe oordra. Volg die gedetailleerde hulpsentrumaanwysings om die lêers na ondersteunde e-lesers toe oor te dra.