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If there are 2 books that should be required reading for all citizens of any country, Animal Farm and 1984 are the 2. 1984 seems eerily prescient about the modern world in which we live, a world where a central government controls every facet of peoples' lives. Winston Smith is the protagonist and works in the Ministry of Truth where his job is to eliminate from history anything that may disagree with the accepted governmental thought. 1984 was originally written as a warning of what might or could happen, but it seems it's being used as a planning template by many governments nowadays. Orwell's writing is simple but taut and the reader will find many quotable passages here. The second book in this volume is Animal Farm, a wicked satire of Marxism/Communism and it's also a very enjoyable read. 2 books in 1 volume, an excellent addition to any home library.Read full review
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I had read both books many years ago but they seem so much more when I read them again after the passage of so many years. They are cautionary stories for our time particularly 1984. I have seen a lot of history pass in my lifetime and mankind seems to be fated to repeat the same mistakes. How very unfortunate . I do highly recommend both books. When you read 1984, think if it reminds you of what is playing out currently in our country and the world.
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Two great books in one. A satirical view of Communism and it's effect on present and future societies. One must know a little bit of Communist Soviet history in order to understand Animal Farm and "1984" is the final refinement of Communism mixed with technology as foreseen in 1949, of the future, which is becoming more real every day. Reading these books is apparently no longer required reading in elementary or high schools today. For a well rounded view of societal life, this is a must read!
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I taught both of these novels as an educator. Now I am retired and seems time has made them reality instead of fiction. I reread both again and am now sharing them. Great hardcover with quality paper and printing. Introduction was also a good read.
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These are books that I read decades ago, but they seem relevant today so I wanted to reread them. They arrived in excellent condition and in a reasonable amount of time. I haven't yet had time to read them, but I'm looking forward to doing that.
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