Animal Farm and 1984 by George Orwell Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of Animal Farm and 1984
Book Review: Boy, this cover is attractive.
Summary: 5 Stars
So you could go borrow the book at the library or buy the paperback, get the content down, and be done with it. But for same reason people buy very expensive European cars, there is something attractive to looks of a exterior that makes the consumer want to own, not rent, but possess. I love both books by Orwell, and this edition is one to show off.Book Review: Classic novels in a beautiful edition
Summary: 5 Stars
Animal Farm and 1984 are classic literature. You've probably already read them.
This edition presents them in a classic manner -- it is a lovely book, lovely dust jacket, and Christopher Hitchens does the intro. I usually find him funny and a little snarky, but in this intro, he is serious, high-minded, informative, and respectful.
I wanted to read 1984 again, since so many people are kicking around the terms "Orwellian" and "Big Brother" regarding current politics. I'm so glad this is the volume I bought. I know I would have gotten the same *words* in a flimsy paperback, but this was a really nice read.
I read both novels again. It has been... 20 years? Maybe longer since my first read-through. I'm a different reader than I was before.
I've got that grisly Room 101 scene back in my head -- I had forgotten that one. Thanks, Mr. Orwell.
This is a lovely edition. Treat yourself.
Book Review: Excellent Condition
Summary: 5 Stars
The book came in even better condition than I expected! It was in great shape and I am very pleased with my entire experience. Thank you!Book Review: George Orwell
Summary: 5 Stars
I enjoyed this book from cover to cover. The first short story Animal Farm was almost like an introduction to 1984. I would recommend this book to anyone who is interested in conspiracy or just wants some good entertainment. It was a quick read and it was better and better every chapter!Book Review: George Orwell rules!!!
Summary: 5 Stars
These books are great! They as classical masterpieces and, more importantly, are simply excellent books. While I would rate both of these books as five stars, I enjoyed 1984 more, maybe because we can start to see some of the stuff in that book seeping into our society today, and it's quite scary to realize that nearly 60 years ago, Orwell predicted some things so closely.