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1984

George Orwell

Start date: November 1, 2011

Finish date: December 1, 2011

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Oct 27, 2011 Angie rated it liked it · review of another edition

WAR IS PEACE.

FREEDOM IS SLAVERY.

IGNORANCE IS STRENGTH.

This book was good... but sometimes too preachy for me. Part 2 went on and on when I was reading the parts that took place from the book that was given out. I will say I was surprised at the twist at the end about who was apart of the Party. I can see why some people love this book. If you are someone would is afraid the US is acting too much like big brother you will love this book. I can see why this book is still popular and has become a ...more

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May 03, 2011 Hameeda rated it it was amazing

I am glad our world didn't turn out the way George Orwell predicted in his literary master piece. I would suggest that everyone who loves reading should read it. ...more

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