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- HarperCollins is proud to present its range of best-loved, essential classics.'When I was about sixteen I suddenly discovered the joy of mere words'Best known for his remarkable novels Animal Farm and Nineteen Eighty-Four, George Orwell's essay writings throughout the 1930s and 40s are just as compelling. From 'Why I Write' to 'Shooting an Elephant' and 'A Hanging', his observations offer contemporary readers a snapshot of Britain during some of its most turbulent decades.This collection, ranging from Orwell's experiences as a police officer in South-East Asia to opinion pieces on British political unrest and the horrors of war, is a selection of his most acclaimed essays, which continue to be revered today for their originality and insight.
- About The Author
- George Orwell was the pen name of Eric Arthur Blair (1903-1950). A renowned journalist, essayist, critic and novelist, he is best known for his novels Animal Farm and 1984, and his work remains influential to this day.
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- ISBN
- 9780008612696
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- HarperPress, (25 May 2023)
- Number of Pages
- 240
- Weight
- 140 grams
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 178 x 111 x 20 mm
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