George Orwell's birthday: Remembering the author through his finest books
What's the story
Eric Arthur Blaire, pen name George Orwell, was one of the finest English novelists and journalists.
The author cast magic in the literary world with a total of nine books that he wrote during his lifetime, of which six are fiction and three are non-fiction.
On his birth anniversary, let us remember him through his top five books that are popular even today!
Book 1
'Down and Out in Paris and London' published in 1933
Written during the 1920s, this book captures the time Orwell spent in London and Paris where he visited the poorest regions and even got arrested on purpose!
He makes a fascinating expose and showcases the obscure realities of both cities.
The book talks about poverty, injustice, and society in general in the countries that several either simply ignore or make peace with.
Book 2
'Animal Farm' published in 1945
Orwell was known for his realism and Animal Farm is easily one of his best contributions that depict it.
A satire based on Soviet communism and the Russian Revolution, the book features two pigs named Snowball and Napoleon who rebel against their own farm's owner for being mistreated and overworked.
The story is a combination of comedy and savagery about freedom.
Book 3
'1984' published in 1949
1984 is another masterpiece that makes Orwell a celebrated author even today. Critics have regarded this novel as his "most solid, most brilliant" work!
This book is about Winston Smith, a young man working at the Ministry of Truth, whose life changes when he meets two people.
This is his last book, and set in a dystopian world it's filled with drama and suspense.
Book 4
'Homage to Catalonia' published in 1938
This book by Orwell is autobiographical and shares experiences from his travel to Spain.
It is about how he traveled to the country to report a conflict but ended up being a part of one and getting charged for the same.
He shares his struggles, the risks, and how he fought to save his life.
Book 5
'Keep the Aspidistra Flying' published in 1936
The plot of this excellent print revolves around Gordon Comstock, who is an outcast from society and one fine day decides to dedicate his life to writing a novel.
Orwell showcases his personal beliefs through Comstock's character about society and its struggles, which makes it a great read.
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