The Lion and the Unicorn
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DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "The Lion and the Unicorn" by Eric Arthur Blair. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.
Über den Autor
Eric Arthur Blair, more widely known by his pen name George Orwell, was born on June 25, 1903, in Motihari, Bengal, British India, and later became one of the most celebrated English novelists and essayists of the 20th century. Orwell's work is renowned for its lucid prose, biting social criticism, opposition to totalitarianism, and outspoken support of democratic socialism.
Orwell's experiences in the Spanish Civil War and his astute observations of the political climate leading up to World War II heavily influenced his writing. His disdain for imperialism was reflected in his first novel, 'Burmese Days', while his subsequent service in the Imperial Police in Burma gave him a keen insight into the oppressive mechanisms of colonialism, which he would later dissect in essays like 'Shooting an Elephant'. Orwell's allegorical novella, 'Animal Farm', provides a scathing satirical depiction of totalitarianism and Stalinism, while '1984', his dystopian masterpiece, explores the grim possibilities of a future ruled by tyranny and surveillance.
The Lion and the Unicorn: Socialism and the English Genius', written during the tumult of World War II, reflects his belief in a uniquely English form of democratic socialism. With his characteristic blend of critical realism and moral clarity, Orwell's writing continues to resonate, timeless in its analysis of the human condition and the political structures that impact it. Literature scholars frequently cite Orwell for his profound impact on political writing and the continued relevance of his work in modern socio-political discourse (Rodden, 1989; Hitchens, 2002).
Produkt Details
Verlag: DigiCat
Genre: Sprache - Englisch
Sprache: English
Umfang: 60 Seiten
Größe: 414,6 KB
ISBN: 8596547186144
Veröffentlichung: 16. August 2022