Nineteen Eighty-Four

by George Orwell · 1949 · English

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About the book

Winston Smith works at the Ministry of Truth, rewriting history for the Party that rules Oceania under Big Brother. His rebellion and love affair end in torture in Room 101. It added the word 'Orwellian' to the language.

Why it matters

Novel of a total surveillance state; gave us 'Big Brother', 'thoughtcrime' and 'doublethink'.