Animal Farm by George Orwell
The animals of Manor Farm revolt against their human oppressors and set up their own government.
Summary
Animal Farm is a novella by George Orwell, first published in England on 17 August 1945. According to Orwell, the book reflects events leading up to and during the Stalin era before World War II. It is a story of a group of farm animals who rebel against their human farmer, hoping to create a society where the animals can be equal, free, and happy. Ultimately, however, the rebellion is betrayed and the farm ends up in a state as bad as it was before, under the dictatorship of a pig named Napoleon.
Interpretation
Animal Farm is an allegorical novella by George Orwell, which reflects the events leading up to and during the Stalin era before World War II. It is a cautionary tale about the dangers of totalitarianism and the power of language and manipulation. The animals of Manor Farm represent different classes in society and the struggle between the powerful and the powerless.
Who is this book for?
Animal Farm is suitable for readers aged 12 and up.
Keywords
Allegory, Totalitarianism, Power, Language, Manipulation