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1984: A Review
6,033 words, approx. 20 pages
 Reviews the novel "1984" by George Orwell. Provides a comprehensive plot summary that focuses more on the feelings of the reader rather then the actual book.
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1984 Today
3,834 words, approx. 13 pages
 George Orwell's horrendous yet prophetic vision of the future in his novel, 1984 has come and gone. In this nightmarish novel, Oceania, where the story takes place, is the perfect depiction of "Negative Utopia" in which the government is in total control of their citizens.
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Individuality Surpressed in Novels
2,467 words, approx. 8 pages
 This is a comparison essay between the books
We by Yevgeny Zamyatin, Anthem by Ayn Rand and 1984 by George Orwell. Describes how each text observes dystopian culture and how today's society is headed in that direction.
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1984 Study Notes
2,358 words, approx. 8 pages
 Provides study notes for George Orwell's classic novel, 1984. Explores major themes and plot points.
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The Propaganda Machine
1,912 words, approx. 6 pages
 Essay consists of an analysis of the novel "1984" by George Orwell.
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Analysis of the Novel "1984"
1,874 words, approx. 6 pages
 Explains the failure of an individual in a distorted society in George Orwell's "1984."
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George Orwells Plea for Humanity
1,764 words, approx. 6 pages
 In the novel 1984, the totalitarian governments present in the book, limits their own peoples freedoms as if to have complete control over them in every way. Orwell exaggerates this concept with civilization and characters that he builds up in the novel. 1984 is Orwell's plea for humanity's freedom.
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Distopia in 1984
1,728 words, approx. 6 pages
 Describes George Orewll created a distopia in his novel, 1984. Reviews the novel. Details how Orwell enhances the believability of the plot through character Winton's narration.
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The Orwellian World Presented in 1984: Possible or Not?
1,649 words, approx. 6 pages
 In his novel 1984, George Orwell successfully depicts a society in which its government serves as the dominant controlling force, from the government's seemingly oxymoronic saying "Freedom is Slavery, War is Peace, Ignorance is Strength" to the actions of the feared Thought Police. As people today are more free-minded, intelligent, and aware of their surroundings, such a terrible, controlling environment is unlikely ever to materialize in the modern world.
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Themes and Events in "1984"
1,575 words, approx. 5 pages
 George Orwell's "1984" is a cautionary tale about the role of government in society. The themes and events of the novel are described.
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Is 1984 the Future?
1,548 words, approx. 5 pages
 A summary and analysis of the book 1984 by George Orwell
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To Deceive the Ignorant: The Government's Work in George Orwell's 1984
1,481 words, approx. 5 pages
 Written in 1949 as a warning for the future, George Orwell's novel 1984 contains ironies and oxymoronic statements that the government uses in order to maintain control over its citizens' lives. Many examples abound of the degree to which the government deceives the citizens into believing that many aspects of their lives are beneficial, when in reality the opposite is true.
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Power And Control in 1984
1,478 words, approx. 5 pages
 This essay examines the warnings that Orwell provides about the use of power to control society.
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Control in "1984"
1,469 words, approx. 5 pages
 This is an essay about the novel "1984" by George Orwell and how the government uses different tactics in the book to control its people.
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1984
1,466 words, approx. 5 pages
 This essay desribes George Orwell's pessimistic prediction of the future in "1984." Explains how he uses a variety of techniques to build up a vivid picture of his vision.
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Mind Control Methods in 1984
1,461 words, approx. 5 pages
 This essay shows the mind control methods that were used among the people in the utopia of George Orwell's, "1984."
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1984 By George Orwell
1,441 words, approx. 5 pages
 1984 By George Orwell
Themes, Characters, Plots, Settings, Situations, Author's Background, Contempory Relevance, Authors view of the themes
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1984
1,428 words, approx. 5 pages
 Two of the major themes, which are examined in the novel "1984", are the control of information and history, and language as mind control. These are two forms of control, which are practised by the Party over the citizens of Oceania.
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Rhyme, Slime, and Crime: an Exploration of the Destructive Side of Rhyme in Orwell's 1984
1,358 words, approx. 5 pages
 The idea of rhyme in language plays two important roles in George Orwell's dystopian novel 1984. First, the negative portrayal of rhyme helps us to understand Orwell's opinion on language--that speech or writing without a purpose or meaning is harmful and dehumanizing because conscious thought, the thing that makes us human, is not necessary in its creation.
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The Oppression of Totalitarian Society in "1984"
1,283 words, approx. 4 pages
 George Orwell's "1984" demonstrates how citizens in a totalitarian society will succumb to living a life of oppression and slavery if they fail to think collectively with reason.
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George Orwell's 1984
1,249 words, approx. 4 pages
 This essay discusses George Orwell's failed attempt at creating a utopian world (in a very perverse manner) in the novel 1984. Describes how the inhabitants of the world that Orwell describes live a desolate, sad life.
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Winston Smith's Battle Against Totalitarianism in "1984"
1,244 words, approx. 4 pages
 The novel "1984" by George Orwell is a futuristic look at a "negative utopia" society in which the government subverts political and human rights in order to accumulate power and control. The protagonist, Winston Smith, fights against this totalitarian state and is punished by torture for doing so.
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1984
1,243 words, approx. 4 pages
 The book 1984 tells a story of a world that is undergoing a totalitarian rule, whereby the freedom of human beings is removed and there is injustice present to all by the loss of privacy. It is a world where information can be changed and influenced in order to favour the Great Powers.
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How Is Language Important in 1984?
1,204 words, approx. 4 pages
 An analysis of the importance of language that George Orwell used in the early chapters of his novel 1984. Orwell's use of technique and stylistic devices create an intriguing and exciting opening to the novel, and the language he used engages all the reader's senses.
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Dystopian Societies in Literature
1,122 words, approx. 4 pages
 Dystopia, the opposite of utopia, caused by failed attempts are societal perfection, and a common theme in literature, including George Orwell's "1984," Anthony Burgess's "A Clockwork Orange" and Lois Lowry's "The Giver."
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Comparing George Orwell's 1984 with Iran in Today's Society
1,114 words, approx. 4 pages
 George Orwell's novel 1984 depicts a society in which human rights does not exist, no straying from standard politicial thinking is allowed, and the government controls every aspect of life, including the economy, religion, technology, and to which media the people are exposed. While no present-day country mirrors this society exactly, the scary predictions that Orwell made in 1984 can largely be seen in many parts of the world today, including Iran.
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Repression of Society in "1984" and "Fahrenheit 451"
1,098 words, approx. 4 pages
 George Orwell's "1984" and Ray Bradbury's "Fahrenheit 451" are two cautionary science-fiction novels with a similar theme: the dangers of attempted government control of what its citizens think. "Fahrenheit 451" describes a society in which books are banned and burned; "1984" depicts the horrors of a totalitarian society.
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Is the World of 1984 Possible?
1,068 words, approx. 4 pages
 The lack of privacy in 1984 is something that is clearly shown in the text. Orwell shows us this by introducing the ruler of Oceania, Big Brother. He is watching everyone at anytime and it is put up all over Oceania "BIG BROTHER IS WATCHING YOU."
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Total Power
1,027 words, approx. 3 pages
 An essay about how the government in "1984" by George Orwell obtains and maintains power over its citizens.
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Totialtarian Governments and 1984
1,025 words, approx. 3 pages
 Analyzes the George Orwell novel, 1984. Explores the theme of totalitarianism and compares Orwell's plot to Fascism, Nazism, and Communism.
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Foreshadowing in "1984"
1,021 words, approx. 3 pages
 Essay discusses the use of foreshadowing in George Orwell's "1984."
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1984: Why Freedom is Important
1,015 words, approx. 3 pages
 Provides a discussion of why freedom is important, and an argument that the Proles are relatively more free than Winston.
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1984: A Look Into Totalitarianism
977 words, approx. 3 pages
 Analyzes the novel 1984 by George Orwell. Discusses the influences and effects of totalitarianism on society. References real life examples of totalitarian governments, including those led by Hitler, Stalin and Castro.
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Is Our Society Becoming an Orwellian Society?
934 words, approx. 3 pages
 In his novel 1984, George Orwell describes the community in which Winston and Julia live as devoid of power, privacy and even individuality. Despite our belief in a freedom and democracy, we are in danger of becoming a society similar to what Orwell described. Various aspects of our present-day society -- from the presence of surveillance and security cameras, to the apparent use of doublethink and constant war, to the enacting of the Patriot Act -- serve as indicators of this development.
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Love in "1984"
866 words, approx. 3 pages
 In Orwell's novel "1984," the party abuses its power to control love between individuals and redirect it towards Big Brother.
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George Orwell's 1984: A Book Summary
858 words, approx. 3 pages
 In "1984", Orwell creates a society of rebellious characters, cities in ruin and an oppressive, totalitarian government lead by Big Brother. It is a world in which ignorance is bliss.
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Oceania's Subdivided Society
855 words, approx. 3 pages
 Essay of the structure portrayed in Nineteen Eighty-Four (1984)Author: George Orwell
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Compar and Contrast Winton and Julia
827 words, approx. 3 pages
 George Orwell, in 1984, has demonstrated the possibilities of how two main characters who have contradicting traits can fall deeply in love. Julia and Winston are secret rebels against Big Brother, they take on different approaches and means of rebellion.
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Book Review of "1984"
827 words, approx. 3 pages
 An overview of George Orwell's cautionary novel, "1984." The main themes are the oppressive role of the government, class definitions, the the struggles by people to overcome the system.
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1984: Room 101
812 words, approx. 3 pages
 Analyzes the George Orwell novel, 1984. Discusses the function of room 101 in the text.
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1984 Control
786 words, approx. 3 pages
 The use of control in 1984.
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1984
743 words, approx. 3 pages
 A review of George Orwell's novel 1984, which sends a chilling warning of the dangers of totalitarianism and the importance of education. Infusing the novel with a dark, bleak tone, Orwell intended to scare the reader as well as warn of a future that could occur if technology is used in a fraudulent manner. Orwell also warns of the dangers of absolute power and, to a lesser extent, the importance of knowledge and history.
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1984 Warnings
733 words, approx. 2 pages
 Essay describes the warnings given by George Orwell in his novel "1984."
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1984: Society
731 words, approx. 2 pages
 An overview of the society depicted by George Orwell in his novel 1984. This society serves as a terrifying example of totalitarianism. The ruling party controls and monitors the lives of its citizens, who have no means of escape.
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Private Security
695 words, approx. 2 pages
 Essay gives a comparison to security in the book "1984" by George Orwell and to security in post 9/11 America, in support of a more secure America.
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1984: An Analysis of O'Brien
685 words, approx. 2 pages
 Discusses George Orwell's classic novel, 1984. Analyzes the character of O'Brien. Details how his betrayal demonstrates that people are not always as they seem.
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Winston's Alienation from the World in "1984"
680 words, approx. 2 pages
 "1984" by George Orwell is a cautionary tale about the intrusive effects of big government. As shown in the character of Winston, the state of Oceania establishes omnipresent and opporesive controls on its citizens. In Winston's case, it leads to alienation from society.
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Comparison of Dystopian Worlds in 1984 and the Matrix
680 words, approx. 2 pages
 From the beginning of the text, George Orwell's "Nineteen eighty-four" is portrayed as a dystopia in which the protagonist, Winston resides in. The ugliness of the dystopia in which they live in is suggested from the first paragraph. The world in the text, "The Matrix" is portrayed as far from perfect with the bleak, dark atmosphere presented within the first few minutes of the film. In contrast, the `real' world is not all that better, with humans forced to hide underground like hunted animals, adding to the dark, dingy feel that is presented through the text.
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Warnings in 1984
677 words, approx. 2 pages
 Essay explains the warnings in George Orwell's "1984."
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The Dangers of Totalitarianism in "1984"
676 words, approx. 2 pages
 George Orwell's "1984" is a disturbing portait of a totalitarian government bent on control of a populace through power. Imagery, symbolism, characterisation and foreshadowing are use to portray the dangers of a totalitarian society, the power of psychological manipulation and physical control, and the control of information and technology.
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1984
619 words, approx. 2 pages
 Individuality in a totalitarian society.
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Alienation in 1984
617 words, approx. 2 pages
 Explores the novel 1984 by George Orwell. Describes how the totalitarian society of Oceania drives main character Winston to long for isolation. Details the consequences of alienation.
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Semantic Views Between Winston and Julia
613 words, approx. 2 pages
 My essay is on the book 1984 by George Orwell. It discusses the semantic views between Winston and Julia as discussed in Hayakawa's Language in Thought and Action.
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Class Structure in "1984"
598 words, approx. 2 pages
 In George Orwell's "1984," individualism has been completely replaced by class structure of a ruling "inner party" class, a middle "outer party" class, and a large lower class of workers. Any disobedience to these class structures is dealt with by a government police force.
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Rebellion
585 words, approx. 2 pages
 Comparing the characters Julia and Winston in 1984.
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Solipsism in "1984"
582 words, approx. 2 pages
 Essay shows how the idea of solipsism is included in George Orwell's "1984."
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The Paperweight in "1984"
563 words, approx. 2 pages
 The essay main focus is the "glass paperweight" in the novel "1984" written by George Orwell. The essay discusses the symbolic meaning of certain objects, especially the paperweight, and the effectiveness of the paperweight.
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Theme of "1984"
560 words, approx. 2 pages
 Essay discusses the theme of "1984" by George Orwell.
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Freedom Is Slavery
557 words, approx. 2 pages
 The maxim Freedom is Slavery is best explained in the book 1984 by the telescreens shown throughout the novel. In the world today, the Patriot Act ensures U.S. citizens freedom by ensuring the FBI's ability to examine their daily activities.
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1984
555 words, approx. 2 pages
 This essay talks about the parasitic relationship between the government and the masses, as shown in the novel 1984.
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Courage - 1984
539 words, approx. 2 pages
 Evaluates the novel 1984 by British author, George Orwell. Examines the character of Winston and details how he is a courageous character. Provides supporting evidence from the text.
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Newspeak and the Declaration of Independence
519 words, approx. 2 pages
 This essay discusses how "The Party" in George Orwell's "1984" does not conform to any of the guidelines laid out in the extract of America's Declaration of Independence.
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Reaching Utopia in "1984"
515 words, approx. 2 pages
 Essay describes the task of attempting to reach Utopia in the novel "1984."
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Big Brother Is Watching You
477 words, approx. 2 pages
 Analyzes the George Orwell novel, 1984. Discusses his warning of the dangers and consequences of a government with unlimited surveillance powers.
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Freedom in 1984
458 words, approx. 2 pages
 Analyzes the novel 1984 by George Orwell. Examines the issues of freedoms lost when living in a communistic or totalitarian society. Provides a plot summary.
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1984 versus 2004
433 words, approx. 1 pages
 Discusses the George Orwell novel, 1984. Describes how Orwell's fictional world would compare with our world today.
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Mind Control in "1984"
345 words, approx. 1 pages
 The characters of Winston and Julia succumb to the government's mind-control techniques in George Orwell's "1984."
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Glass Paperweight in "1984"
333 words, approx. 1 pages
 Essay discusses the symbolism of the glass paperweight in George Orwell's "1984."
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1984: Winston and His Role in Oceania
318 words, approx. 1 pages
 An overview of the character Winston Smith in George Orwell's novel 1984. Winston has the role of the last man in society fighting against the totalitarian regime. He attempts to influence those around him against the regime, but eventually the power of the regime proves to be too strong.
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1984
314 words, approx. 1 pages
 This essay is an analysis on George Orwell's "1984". It's about the structure, and success of society, and how it relates to the society in the novel.
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The Plot of "1984"
309 words, approx. 1 pages
 Essay discusses the plot of novel "1984" by George Orwell.
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1984 by Orwell and China
306 words, approx. 1 pages
 The desire of freedom that exists in every Chinese and the people in 1984 by George Orwell.
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