Foot, Paul
Orwell & 1984: A Talk by Paul Foot
- ISBN 13:
- 9781912926503
- author:
- Foot, Paul
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Bookmarks Publications
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 48
- Dimensions:
- 19.7 x 17.2 x 0.6 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Politics, General,
- Condition:
- New
- supplier_id:
- 9
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
George Orwell has been a subject of controversy for many on the left. In this 1984 talk from the Socialist Workers Party rally at Skegness, Paul Foot presents a passionate defence of Orwell's work, exploring how his writing can be understood within its political context. Foot argues that the themes in works like 1984 and Animal Farm stem from Orwell's frustration with the suppression of grassroots movements and working-class activism. By examining these issues through Orwell's writings, Foot sheds new light on the author's ideas and their enduring relevance today. This talk provides a unique insight into Orwell's legacy and its continued significance in modern politics.
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