Orwell, George

Seeing Things as They Are: Selected Journalism and Other Writings

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ISBN 13:
9781846558993
author:
Orwell, George
format:
HardBack
publisher:
Harvill Secker
language:
English
Publication Year:
2014
Pages:
496
Dimensions:
16.2 x 4.8 x 24 cm
Genre:
Reference, Writing, Journalism,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 4 working days
£20.92

Description

George Orwell's Selected Journalism and Other Writings brings together a wide range of his non-fiction writing, showcasing his versatility as a journalist and commentator. Edited by renowned expert Peter Davison, this collection features many of Orwell's articles, essays, broadcasts, and reviews from various journals and newspapers. Orwell's fearless approach to social, political, and moral issues is evident in pieces on immigration, Scottish independence, and the Royal Commission on the Press, as well as his sharp-eyed observations on the Spanish Civil War and public schools. This anthology also includes his popular 'As I Please' weekly columns from the 1940s, covering topics such as book reviews and the Warsaw Uprising. A mix of well-known and lesser-known pieces, this engaging collection provides a unique insight into Orwell's work, revealing his wit, intelligence, and thought-provoking commentary on various subjects.

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