Shooting An Elephant

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George Orwell

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The Title 'Shooting an Elephant written/authored/edited by George Orwell', published in the year 2023. The ISBN 9789356634718 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 320 (Pages). The publisher of this title is GenNext Publication. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Essay's. Size of the book is 12.43 x 18.78 cms.

Year:

2023

Language:

English

Publish Date:

1950

Publisher:

GenNext Publication

Pages:

320

Book Type:

texts

Book Category:

pub

Subject:

Essays

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ABOUT THE BOOK

In "Shooting an Elephant," George Orwell vividly recounts his poignant experiences in colonial Burma. Through his masterful storytelling and incisive social commentary, the essay delves into profound themes such as language, imperialism, and the complexities of the human condition. Orwell's personal narrative in colonial Burma serves as a powerful exploration of identity, the moral quandaries faced by individuals entangled within oppressive power structures, and the broader implications of imperialism. George Orwell, a renowned British writer and journalist, consistently demonstrated a keen awareness of societal and political issues. His works, including those featured in this collection, are a testament to his unwavering commitment to truth, clarity, and human rights. Orwell's distinctive writing style is marked by its remarkable lucidity and unflinching honesty, rendering his works both accessible and intellectually stimulating. His enduring legacy as one of the 20th century's most influential voices continues to resonate in today's world.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

George Orwell, born Eric Arthur Blair, was a prominent English writer known for his lucid prose, social critique, and unwavering opposition to totalitarianism, while advocating for democratic socialism. His diverse body of work encompassed literary criticism, poetry, fiction, and polemical journalism. Orwell's most notable works include the allegorical novella "Animal Farm" (1945) and the dystopian novel "Nineteen Eighty-Four" (1949), both of which offered powerful critiques of authoritarianism and totalitarianism. His non-fiction writings, such as "The Road to Wigan Pier" (1937) and "Homage to Catalonia" (1938), showcased his keen observations of working-class life in England and his experiences as a soldier in the Spanish Civil War. Born in India and educated in England, Orwell served as an Imperial policeman in Burma before embarking on his writing career. He adopted the pen name "George Orwell" from his beloved River Orwell in Suffolk. Throughout his life, he worked as a journalist, teacher, and bookseller while producing influential essays on politics, literature, language, and culture. Orwell's contributions to language include iconic terms like "Big Brother," "Thought Police," "Room 101," "Newspeak," "memory hole," "doublethink," and "thoughtcrime." His impact on popular and political culture endures, with the term "Orwellian" being used to describe oppressive social practices. In recognition of his literary significance, The Times ranked George Orwell second among "The 50 greatest British writers since 1945" in 2008.

CONTENTS

WHY I WRITE .................................................................................................................................. 7
THE SPIKE ..................................................................................................................................... 15
A HANGING ................................................................................................................................... 24
SHOOTING AN ELEPHANT ......................................................................................................... 30
BOOKSHOP MEMORIES .............................................................................................................. 39
CHARLES DICKENS ...................................................................................................................... 45
BOYS’ WEEKLIES ........................................................................................................................ 102
MY COUNTRY RIGHT OR LEFT ................................................................................................. 132
LOOKING BACK ON THE SPANISH WAR ............................................................................... 138
IN DEFENCE OF ENGLISH COOKING ...................................................................................... 161
GOOD BAD BOOKS ................................................................................................................. .. 164
THE SPORTING SPIRIT ................................................................................................................ 168
NONSENSE POETRY ................................................................................................................... 173
THE PREVENTION OF LITERATURE ......................................................................................... 178
BOOKS V. CIGARETTES ............................................................................................................. 194
DECLINE OF THE ENGLISH MURDER ..................................................................................... 199
SOME THOUGHTS ON THE COMMON TOAD........................................................................ 204
CONFESSIONS OF A BOOK REVIEWER................................................................................. 209
POLITICS V. LITERATURE: AN EXAMINATION
OF GULLIVER’S TRAVELS ........................................................................................................ 214
HOW THE POOR DIE.................................................................................................................. 236
SUCH, SUCH WERE THE JOYS ................................................................................................ 248
REFLECTIONS ON GANDHI .................................................................................................... 296
POLITICS AND THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE .......................................................................... 306

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