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Misha
1984 is an intense, scary, and brilliant masterpiece. It's extremely thought provoking and has made for some interesting conversation. After reading it, I understand why it’s been banned and made so many "must read" lists.

Written in 1948, the literary critic’s last novel is heavily social commentary. 1984 portrays a perverse, totalitarian government through the omnipresent Big Brother regime. When one’s not working or participating in community activities, one is at home where Big Brother can ke
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