1984

1984 is a chilling dystopian novel that explores the terrifying power of totalitarianism. Orwell imagines a world where the state controls every aspect of life including truth itself. Constant surveillance propaganda and the rewriting of history create a reality where freedom is an illusion and individuality is a crime.

What struck me deeply was how relevant Orwell’s vision remains today. The novel warns of the dangers of unchecked authority and the loss of critical thought. It pushes readers to question narratives guard privacy and resist the erasure of personal autonomy.

On a personal level the book resonates with my own experiences living under the control of overbearing individuals. The feeling of being watched manipulated and tightly constrained is eerily captured in Orwell’s world. For me 1984 is not just a political warning but a relatable reflection of the psychological weight of oppression.

Books to continue this path:

• Animal Farm, George Orwell

• Down and Out in Paris and London, George Orwell

• Homage to Catalonia, George Orwell