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George Orwell's Nineteen EightyFour is among the most widely read books in the world. For more than 50 years, it has been regarded as a morality tale for the possible future of modern society, a future involving nothing less than extinction of humanity itself. Does Nineteen EightyFour remain relevant in our new century? The editors of this book assembled a distinguished group of philosophers, literary specialists, political commentators, historians, and lawyers and asked them to take a wideranging and uninhibited look at that question. The editors deliberately avoided Orwell scholars in an effort to call forth a fresh and diverse range of responses to the major work of one of the most durable literary figures among twentiethcentury English writers.As Nineteen EightyFour protagonist Winston Smith has admirers on the right, in the center, and on the left, the contributors similarly represent a wide range of political, literary, and moral viewpoints. The Cold War that has so often been linked to Orwell's novel ended with more of a whimper than a bang, but most of the issues of concern to him remain alive in some form today: censorship, scientific surveillance, power worship, the autonomy of art, the meaning of democracy, relations between men and women, and many others. The contributors bring a variety of insightful and contemporary perspectives to bear on these questions.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'On Nineteen Eighty-Four: Orwell and Our Future'? A: The book explores the continuing relevance of George Orwell's 'Nineteen Eighty-Four' in modern society, discussing themes such as censorship, surveillance, and the meaning of democracy.
- Q: Who are the contributors to this book? A: The contributors include a diverse group of philosophers, literary specialists, political commentators, historians, and lawyers, providing a wide range of perspectives on Orwell's work.
- Q: Is this book suitable for those unfamiliar with 'Nineteen Eighty-Four'? A: Yes, the book provides insights and analyses that can be valuable even for readers who are not familiar with 'Nineteen Eighty-Four', making it accessible to a broad audience.
- Q: What type of condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating that it has been previously owned but is still in satisfactory shape for reading.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on May 29, 2005.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 328 pages.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the First Edition (US) First Printing of the book.
- Q: What are the key topics discussed in the essays? A: Key topics include censorship, political power, surveillance, the autonomy of art, and the relationships between men and women, reflecting on Orwell's insights in today's context.
- Q: Who is the author of this compilation? A: The book is edited by Abbott Gleason.
- Q: Is this book a single-author work or a compilation? A: It is a compilation of essays from various contributors, providing a multifaceted view of Orwell's impact and relevance.