Orwell on Truth by George Orwell (English) Hardcover Book

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'Freedom is the freedom to say that two plus two equals four. If that is granted, all else follows.'This selection of George Orwell's writing, from both his novels and non-fiction, gathers together his thoughts on the subject of truth.

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'To see what is in front of one's nose needs a constant struggle.' A selection of George Orwell's prescient, clear-eyed and stimulating writing on the subjects of truth and lies. With an introduction by Alan Johnson.A selection of George Orwell's prescient, clear-eyed and stimulating writing on the subjects of truth and lies. With an introduction by Alan Johnson.'Freedom is the freedom to say that two plus two equals four. If that is granted, all else follows.'This selection of George Orwell's writing, from both his novels and non-fiction, gathers together his thoughts on the subject of truth. It ranges from discussion of personal honesty and morality, to freedom of speech and political propaganda. Orwell's unique clarity of thought and illuminating scepticism provide the perfect defence against our post-truth world of fake news and confusion.'The further a society drifts from the truth, the more it will hate those that speak it.'Includes an introduction by Alan Johnson and passages from Burmese Days, The Road to Wigan Pier, Coming Up for Air, The Lion and the Unicorn, Animal Farm, Nineteen Eighty-Four, Orwell's letters, war-time diary, criticism and essays including 'Fascism and Democracy', 'Culture and Democracy', 'Looking Back on the Spanish War', 'As I Please', 'Notes on Nationalism', 'The Prevention of Literature', 'Politics and the English Language' and 'Why I Write'.

Author Biography

George Orwell (Author)George Orwell (1903-1950) is one of England's most famous writers and social commentators. He is the author of the classic political satire Animal Farm and the dystopian masterpiece Nineteen Eighty-Four. He is also well known for his essays and journalism, particularly his works covering his travels and his time fighting in the Spanish Civil War. His writing is celebrated for its piercing clarity, purpose and wit and his books continue to be bestsellers all over the world.

Review

He was more than just a great writer. We need him today because of his passion for the truth' * Sunday Times *Orwell remains the gold standard by which everyone else's efforts should be judged * Telegraph *A writer who is still vividly contemporary … Orwell told the truth -- Christopher HitchensThe greatest writer of the twentieth century * Observer *He made it his business to tell the truth at a time when many contemporaries believed that history had ordained the lie … His work endures, as lucid and vigorous as the day it was written * Time *

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To see what is in front of one's nose needs a constant struggle.' A selection of George Orwell's prescient, clear-eyed and stimulating writing on the subjects of truth and lies. With an introduction by Alan Johnson.

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He was more than just a great writer. We need him today because of his passion for the truth'

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He was more than just a great writer. We need him today because of his passion for the truth'

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'To see what is in front of one's nose needs a constant struggle.' A selection of George Orwell's prescient, clear-eyed and stimulating writing on the subjects of truth and lies. With an introduction by Alan Johnson.

Details ISBN1787300528 Author Alan Johnson Year 2017 ISBN-10 1787300528 ISBN-13 9781787300521 Media Book Publication Date 2017-11-23 Publisher Vintage Publishing Pages 224 Imprint Harvill Secker Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Birth 1903 Death 1950 DEWEY 828.91208 Format Hardcover Language English UK Release Date 2017-11-23 AU Release Date 2017-11-23 NZ Release Date 2017-11-23 Alternative 9781473559073 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this

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