1984 by George Orwell, Part 1: Crash Course Literature 401

The video explores George Orwell's 1984, a dystopian novel about a totalitarian regime that uses surveillance and language control to suppress free thought. It discusses the historical context of the novel, Orwell's life and political views, and the impact of language on thought. The video also examines the plot and characters, highlighting the struggle for personal freedom in an oppressive society. It concludes with a reflection on the relevance of 1984 to modern surveillance society.

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