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Nineteen Eighty-Four | 
| Author: George Orwell
Creators: Thomas Pynchon, Erich Fromm, Daniel Lagin
Publisher: Plume
Category: Book
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Rating:  70 reviews
Sales Rank: 2842
Media: Paperback
Pages: 368
Number Of Items: 1
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Dimensions (in): 7.9 x 5.4 x 1.1
ISBN: 0452284236
Dewey Decimal Number: 823.912
EAN: 9780452284234
ASIN: 0452284236
Publication Date: May 6, 2003
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Product Description
Thought Police. Big Brother. Orwellian. These words have entered our vocabulary because of George Orwell's classic dystopian novel, 1984. The story of one man's nightmare odyssey as he pursues a forbidden love affair through a world ruled by warring states and a power structure that controls not only information but also individual thought and memory, 1984 is a prophetic, haunting tale.
More relevant than ever before, 1984 exposes the worst crimes imaginable-the destruction of truth, freedom, and individuality.
With a new forward by Thomas Pynchon.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 65 more reviews...
May be coming to pass soon November 16, 2008
bookmaven (South Jersey)
The more I have been following events relating to the election of Barack H Obama, the more I see 1984 as becoming a very real possibility, but from a leftwing standpoint this time.
Timeless story, wonderful presentation. Doubleplusgood! November 8, 2008
Casey K. Bruce (Seattle, WA, USA)
Not only is this an unforgettably great story, it's also a presented here beautifully.
I had somehow reached the age of 28 without having ever read 1984, and I was struck by not only how poignant the world of Orwell's 1984 is today, but just how gripping the story of Winston Smith is. Orwell's style here is compassionate in its matter-of-factness and poetic in its rigidity, which could not be more fitting for the classic tale of Big Brother, Newspeak, and the Thought Police.
A surprise for me was not only how brutal Orwell can be, but also the level of humor present in this text - dark humor, to be sure, but comedy nonetheless. This, again, is very befitting of the famous context in which the narrative is set. In oppressive times, laughter is one of the best defenses we have, and it can sometimes be surprising what seems humorous when we take a step back from the situation.
As mentioned, the presentation here is beautiful. This "centennial edition" by Plume (a division of Penguin Books) is a facsimile of 1984 as it was published in it first edition. The "aged" look fools the reader into thinking they are handling an old and dear text. The paper quality of both the cover and the pages is excellent as well. Also included is an excellent new introduction by Thomas Pynchon.
All in all, a very rewarding literary experience. I can't recommend it highly enough!
So Possible it's scary September 30, 2008
Sinohe K. Terrero (Bronx, NY)
1984 is a great novel, even for the casual reader. What I think is terrifying is that it is possible in our time. Big brother could be watching (wiretaps with no court order) and if you don't share his view you might end up in room 101 (Guantanamo) as an "enemy combatant" with no rights.
It's a telling story about control and fabrication of information, fear mongering and make believe triumphs (top secret documents, proof of wmd, color label terror alerts, mission accomplished) sounds ridiculous - or maybe not.
 Still Relative Today August 6, 2008
Verner Lofstrand (Leduc Alberta)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
The views expressed in the book 1984 are very unique and yet still relate to today. The story shown in the book accurately portrays the needs of the people and how they will never be met in the face of an oppressive government. It paints a clear yet disturbing picture that must be experienced. Very good read.
Forget WE, The Iron Heel and every other dystopian novel. Read this book! July 29, 2008
Plato86
Put simply this is the greatest work of dystopian literature ever created. It's not filled with useless details like Atlas Shrugged and is more vivid than anything Huxley or London have ever created.Nineteen Eighty- Four shows the ultimate consequences of government intervention into the individual's life. The book takes place in a totalitarian state called Oceania where even the thoughts of the citizens are controlled and punished by the ruling party.Follow the life of Winston Smith, a mal adjusted government propagandaist, as he struggles to keep his mind, body and soul free for the death grip of the all encompassing state.A must read for all who value individuality, liberty and non-comformity.Come and discover why Orwell is one of the most influential and referenced author of the last century.
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