Nineteen Eighty-Four*

5b, 1949 First American edition by George Orwell

Notes

"Nineteen Eighty-Four," written by George Orwell and published in 1949, is a dystopian novel set in a totalitarian society under constant surveillance by the Party, led by the enigmatic Big Brother. The story follows Winston Smith, a low-ranking member of the Party who becomes disillusioned with the oppressive regime that manipulates truth and enforces loyalty through fear and propaganda. Orwell's novel explores themes of individuality, freedom, and the consequences of totalitarianism, presenting a chilling vision of a world where personal autonomy is obliterated and truth is subjective.

Description

Tan fabric binding, rare red dust jacket, intact, very fine condition