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Nineteen Eighty-Four - 1984

Nineteen Eighty-Four is a novel by George Orwell that was published in 1949. Orwell's 1984 is a dystopian novel about an authoritarian society. Read on.

1984 Study Guide

1984 is a novel by George Orwell. This Great English Novel discusses: the devastating effects of an authoritarian society, where thoughtcrime is illegal--with alienation and loneliness mixed in. Dreams are never realized; hopes are dashed; and passion is meaningless (never destined to last; twisted and subverted in the end).

1984 (Nineteen Eighty-Four)

1984 is a famous dystopian novel by George Orwell.

1984 Quotes - George Orwell

George Orwell's 1984 is a famous dystopian novel. The novel revolves around the experience of Winston Smith. Big Brother is watching; and thoughtcrime is illegal. Here are a few quotes from 1984.

1984 Questions for Study and Discussion

1984 is one of the greatest works by George Orwell. But, what does it mean? Why is the book so controversial? What does the book have to say about the state of society? Here are a few questions for study and discussion, related to 1984.

1984 Book Club Discussions

Here are discussions related to 1984 by George Orwell.

1984 Vocabulary

Here's a vocabulary list from 1984, by George Orwell. Use these terms for reference, study, and discussion.

1984 Quiz

1984 is a famous British novel. What happens in this book? And, why is the story so memorable? Test your knowledge about 1984.

Must Reads If You Like 1984

George Orwell presents his dystopian vision of the future in 1984. The novel was first published in 1948, and it was based on the work of Yevgeny Zamyatin. If you like the story of Winston Smith and Big Brother, you may enjoy these other books. Take a look at these must reads!

'On Nineteen Eighty-Four: Orwell and Our Future' Review

This book brings a fresh, new and exciting look at one of Orwell's greatest books: 1984. Read more about the book, with this review from Nicole LaMarco.

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