1984, by George Orwell
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George Orwell's Nineteen Eighty-Four explores the novel's themes of totalitarian control, language manipulation, and the psychological effects of oppression. Buy the book on Amazon Orwell critiques the dangers of totalitarianism through the dystopian world of Oceania, where the Party controls every aspect of citizens' lives, including their thoughts and memories. The novel examines the manipulation of language, particularly the creation of Newspeak, a language designed to limit thought and restrict expression. Through the experiences of Winston Smith, the protagonist, the text highlights the psychological toll of surveillance, fear, and enforced conformity. The text concludes by suggesting that the Party's control over individuals is achieved through a combination of physical and psychological manipulation, ultimately creating a society where truth and reality are malleable and controlled by the ruling elite.
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