George Orwell
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George Orwell, born Eric Arthur Blair on June 25, 1903, in Motihari, India, was a renowned English novelist, essayist, and social critic. He is best known for his dystopian novel Nineteen Eighty-Four and the allegorical novella Animal Farm. Orwell's work is characterized by lucid prose and sharp social criticism, often focusing on the dangers of totalitarianism and advocating for democratic socialism. His writing career spanned various genres, including fiction, non-fiction, and journalism, with notable works like Down and Out in Paris and London and Homage to Catalonia. Orwell's experiences in Burma and during the Spanish Civil War significantly influenced his political views and writing. He was a prolific journalist and essayist, contributing to numerous publications. Orwell's legacy extends beyond his literary works; his neologisms, such as "Big Brother" and "Orwellian," have become integral to the English language. Despite struggling with tuberculosis, Orwell remained a prolific writer until his death on January 21, 1950. His contributions to literature and political discourse continue to resonate with readers worldwide.
