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1984

George Orwell

This influential text from the 20th century delves into a dark and dystopian world unlike any other. Written in 1949 by political satirist George Orwell, the novel portrays a totalitarian society that is both bureaucratic and terrifying. The author's foresight in predicting the future of modern life is remarkable, with themes that are still relevant today. Taking readers through a journey of surveillance, propaganda, and isolation, it is no wonder why 1984 is among the most terrifying novels ever written. A must-read for those seeking a thought-provoking exploration of individuality and the true extent of government control.
Publish Date
2022-07-01T00:00:00.000Z
2022-07-01T00:00:00.000Z
first published in 1949
Goodreads Rating
4.19
ISBN
0000452262933
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One of 70 must-read books.      source
2018-05-31T03:22:22.000Z
Here is a list of books that I found particularly influential in my intellectual development.      source
2023-01-04T21:40:53.000Z
@lexfridman I just finished re-reading 1984 after seeing it on your reading list to start the year. This book hits different every single time I read it.      source
2018-05-31T10:22:22.000Z
Five novels I think about all the time - 1984: States crave control - The Trial: Bureaucracies eats people - The Stranger: Alienation is a vantage point - Animal Farm: Revolutions usually corrupt - Brave New World: Caste systems fence morality      source
2019-04-20T22:33:34.000Z
@shanehoughton omg shane. 1984, 1Q84, an absolutely remarkable thing, the name of the wind (esp if you like GOT), margaret atwood's madaddam series, anything brian k vaughan (saga for sure), everything joe hill, less by andrew greer      source
2017-06-18T17:48:23.000Z
Need some book recommendations? Well, here are ten books you gotta read before you die:      source
2017-01-25T13:20:35.000Z
And, 1984 now the #1 Best Seller @Amazon. I hope people are not just buying, but reading it. Link if you do not own      source
2023-01-08T18:02:49.000Z
admittedly late to this, but 1984 is an amazing book      source
2023-01-14T13:17:19.000Z
What are some books that truly changed the way you perceive the world? Here are some of mine.      source
2023-02-07T17:37:30.000Z
I’ve read all of these, they’re all great books      source
2021-01-09T15:57:32.000Z
@DonaldJTrumpJr Love that book! What do you think Billy Pilgrim’s best line was?      source