Why I write
Whether puncturing the lies of politicians, wittily dissecting the English character or telling unpalatable truths about war, Orwell's timeless, uncompromising essays are more relevant, entertaining and essential than ever in today's era of spin.
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Orwell, George, 1903-1950 > Authorship. English essays > 20th century. Authorship. |
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- ISBN: 9780141019000
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119 pages ; 18 cm. - Publisher [Place of publication not identified] : [publisher not identified], 2004.
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General Note: | "This collection first published in Penguin Books (U.K.) 2004."--Title page verso. "Political language is designed to make lies sound truthful and murder respectable, and to give an appearance of solidity to pure wind"--Cover. |
Formatted Contents Note: | Why I write -- The lion and the unicorn -- A hanging -- Politics and the English language. |
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Great Ideas Why I Write
Throughout history, some books have changed the world. They have transformed the way we see ourselves - and each other. They have inspired debate, dissent, war and revolution. They have enlightened, outraged, provoked and comforted. They have enriched lives - and destroyed them. Now Penguin brings you the works of the great thinkers, pioneers, radicals and visionaries whose ideas shook civilization, and helped make us who we are. Whether puncturing the lies of politicians, wittily dissecting the English character or telling unpalatable truths about war, Orwell's timeless, uncompromising essays are more relevant, entertaining and essential than ever in today's era of spin.