Set in a farmyard, where the animals decide to seize the farmer's land and create a co-operative that reaps the benefits of their combined labours. A socio-political allegory that reflects events leading up to the Russian Revolution of 1917 and then on into the Stalinist era of the Soviet Union. One of the most influential works of the 20th century. One of the most brilliant satires on totalitarianism and the power-hungry ever written, introducing new language as words of warning for future generations 1984, Newspeak, Doublethink, Thought Police, Big Brother is watching you. The classic dystopian social science fiction novel first published on 8th June 1949 as Orwell's ninth and final book completed in his lifetime. Audible Studios presents two new recordings of George Orwell's most celebrated novels – 1984 and Animal Farm – with exclusive introductions, written and performed by Stephen Fry.
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