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Author: George Orwell

Narrator: Ryan

Format: MP3

IBSN: 9780141036144

Language: English

Publish Date: 24/12/1969

Audiobook length: 31 min

1984 Summary Audiobook

Chapter 1Overview
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Chapter 2Plot Summary – A “future world” under authoritarian control
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Chapter 3Orwell’s path to anti-authoritarianism
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Chapter 4Exploring 1984 from a literary point of view
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Chapter 5Summary & Review
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Why listen to 1984

Listening to the summary audiobook of "1984" by George Orwell offers a concise and engaging way to grasp the core themes and critical insights of this timeless dystopian classic. In a world increasingly concerned with surveillance, authoritarianism, and the manipulation of truth, Orwell's warnings resonate more than ever. A summary can illuminate key concepts like Big Brother, thought control, and the loss of individual freedoms, making it an invaluable resource for readers who wish to understand the book's relevance to contemporary society without having to commit to the full text initially.

Author : George Orwell

George Orwell was a renowned British novelist, journalist, and social critic. In the 1930s, he went to fight in the Spanish Civil War. When he returned to England, he was ostracized for political reasons and exiled to France. During World War II, he produced anti-fascist propaganda. Later he deployed his keen political insight in many books, including the classics Animal Farm and 1984. In 1950, shortly after completing 1984, he died following a long battle with tuberculosis.

Key Insights from 1984

  • 1. Totalitarian Control: "1984" illustrates the extent to which a totalitarian regime can manipulate reality through language and surveillance. The concept of "Newspeak" demonstrates how controlling language limits thought and individual freedom.
  • 2. Psychological Manipulation: The Party's use of propaganda and psychological manipulation, exemplified by the slogan "War is Peace; Freedom is Slavery; Ignorance is Strength," reveals how truth can be distorted to maintain authority. This underscores the fragility of objective reality in the hands of powerful forces.
  • 3. Loss of Individualism: The novel showcases the struggle for individuality in a society that prioritizes conformity and loyalty to the Party. Characters like Winston Smith illustrate the dangers of losing personal identity and authentic relationships in a dehumanizing, oppressive regime.
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