Animal Farm

5b George Orwell. New York: Harcourt Brace and Company, 1946. First American Edition.

Notes

Animal Farm is a political allegory written by George Orwell and first published in 1945. On the surface, it tells the story of farm animals who overthrow their human owner in hopes of creating an equal and just society. However, the story quickly becomes a dark reflection of power and corruption as the pigs, who lead the revolution, become increasingly tyrannical. The novella serves as a satirical critique of the Russian Revolution and the rise of Stalinism, with characters and events mirroring key figures and developments in Soviet history. Through its simple yet powerful narrative, Orwell explores themes of propaganda, betrayal, and the cyclical nature of oppression.

George Orwell, the pen name of Eric Arthur Blair, was a British writer, journalist, and critic known for his sharp insights into politics, society, and authoritarianism. Born in 1903, Orwell experienced firsthand the effects of imperialism, poverty, and war—experiences that deeply shaped his writing. In addition to Animal Farm, his most famous work is 1984, a dystopian novel about a totalitarian regime that uses surveillance, censorship, and propaganda to control its citizens. Orwell’s commitment to truth and social justice made him one of the most influential political writers of the 20th century.

Description

Black canvas hardcover with gold lettering on the spine. Original black, white, and red dust jacket. some chipping along the edges of the dust jacket with all four upper corners worn down. Dust Jacket art by Art Brenner. Fine condition overall.