George Orwell was perhaps the twentieth century's best chronicler of English culture and one of our most significant political thinkers. Best known for his chilling dystopia Nineteen-Eighty Four and the disturbing parable of Animal Farm, Orwell also turned his attention to subjects as wide-ranging as life amidst abject poverty, the strictures of a religious upbringing, the perils of British imperialism, the loss of innocence and the disillusionment of middle age. He centered his works on the characters involved and his pen captured the hopes and struggles of ordinary people as they attempted to live their lives. Includes: • 1984 • Animal Farm • Homage to Catalonia • The Road to Wigan Pier • Down and Out in London and Paris ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Essential Orwell presents George Orwell's most acclaimed fiction and non-fiction titles with striking contemporary cover-designs. These unique paperback editions are wonderful collectibles which celebrate one of the most important voices of the 20th century.

Book 1: Immerse yourself in the dystopian masterpiece “1984 by George Orwell.” Orwell's chilling vision of a totalitarian society explores themes of surveillance, propaganda, and the consequences of unchecked power. A timeless classic that continues to resonate with its stark warnings about the erosion of individual freedoms. Book 2: Explore the allegorical brilliance of “Animal Farm by George Orwell.” In this satirical novella, Orwell uses a farm and its animals to metaphorically depict the complexities of political ideologies and the corrupting influence of power. An insightful and thought-provoking narrative that remains relevant in its commentary on human nature and governance. Book 3: Witness the harsh realities of working-class life in “The Road to Wigan Pier by George Orwell.” Orwell's social commentary takes readers on a journey through the industrial heartland of England, exposing the stark conditions faced by coal miners and their families. A poignant exploration of social injustice and inequality. Book 4: Experience the raw honesty of “Down and Out in Paris and London by George Orwell.” Orwell's firsthand account of poverty and survival in two major European cities offers a stark portrayal of the human condition. This compelling narrative immerses readers in the struggles of the disenfranchised, providing a powerful commentary on societal structures and compassion. Delve into the thought-provoking and impactful works of George Orwell with this classic collection. Each book, whether the dystopian warning of "1984," the allegorical brilliance of "Animal Farm," the social commentary in "The Road to Wigan Pier," or the raw honesty of "Down and Out in Paris and London," offers a unique perspective on the complexities of human society and the enduring relevance of Orwell's insights.

This Excellent Collection brings together Orwell's longer, major books and a fine selection of shorter pieces. With great originality and wit Orwell unfolds his views on subjects ranging from a revaluation of Charles Dickens to the nature of Socialism, from a comic yet profound discussion of naughty seaside postcards to a spirited defence of English cooking. Displaying an almost unrivalled mastery of English plain prose, Orwell's Books created a unique literary manner from the process of thinking aloud and continue to challenge, move and entertain. This Books created and collected in George Orwell's Most important Works illuminate the life and work of one of the most individual writers of the XX century - a man who elevated political writing to an art. This Collection included: · 1984 · ANIMAL FARM · A CLERGYMAN'S DAUGHTER · BURMESE DAYS · COMING UP FOR AIR · DOWN AND OUT IN PARIS AND LONDON · HOMAGE TO CATALONIA · KEEP THE ASPIDISTRA FLYING · LOOKING BACK ON THE SPANISH WAR · THE LION AND THE UNICORN · THE ROAD TO WIGAN PIER

Two modern classics in one volume.

Keep the Aspidistra Flying; Clergyman's Daughter; Coming Up for Air; Burmese Days; Animal Farm & Nineteen Eighty-Four

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This is a dystopian social science fiction novel and morality tale. The novel is set in the year 1984, a fictional future in which most of the world has been destroyed by unending war, constant government monitoring, historical revisionism, and propaganda. The totalitarian superstate Oceania, ruled by the Party and known as Airstrip One, now includes Great Britain as a province. The Party uses the Thought Police to repress individuality and critical thought. Big Brother, the tyrannical ruler of Oceania, enjoys a strong personality cult that was created by the party's overzealous brainwashing methods. Winston Smith, the main character, is a hard-working and skilled member of the Ministry of Truth's Outer Party who secretly despises the Party and harbors rebellious fantasies.