Name: George Orwell - Seeing Things As They Are (2nd Hand Paperback)
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Synopsis

Subtitled : Selected Journalism & Other Writings.

First collected in this volume 2014.

Edited with an introduction by Peter Davison.

George Orwell wrote, in his words, from 'a desire to see things as they are'. This new collection of his journalism and other writings, including articles, essays, broadcasts, poems, book and film reviews from across his career, shows his unmatched genius for observing the world.

Whether discussing Polish immigration or Scottish independence, railing against racism, defending the English language or holding an imaginary conversation with Jonathan Swift, these pieces reveal a clear-eyed, entertaining and eternally relevant chronicler of his age.

A weighty 480 page compilation of Orwell's wartime writing. Reviews, letters, radio broadcasts, potted articles and much more.

Details

Format : Standard 2nd Hand Paperback
Condition : Good
Category : Non-Fiction - Law, Society & Social Sciences
Published : 2014 (This Ed. 2016 - Penguin Modern Classics)
ISBN : 9780141984230
SKU : B002831
PPC : SP400gm
RRP : £9.99
Quantity Available : 1 only.

External Reviews

'This selection is a ceaseless delight . . . there is a treat on almost every page' - Daily Telegraph.

'Orwell's luminous gift was for seeing things, for noticing what others missed, took for granted or simply found uninteresting, for discovering meaning and wonder in the familiarity of the everyday . . . Nothing escaped or seemed beneath his notice, which was what made him such a good reporter . . . Seeing Things As They Are is intended to be a collection first and foremost of his journalism, with preference given to lesser-known pieces and reviews as well as some of the poems he wrote. It is full of interest and curiosities' - Jason Cowley, Financial Times.

'Peter Davison gives us a feast of Orwell's shorter writings, showing how from such hesitant beginnings he evolved into the writer of enduring importance we know, committed to decency, equality and political honesty, who could nevertheless wax lyrical over the first signs of spring or an imaginary English pub' - Gordon Bowker, Independent.

'Altogether approximately 135 pieces on a myriad of social subjects. Most of these give unique insight thanks to Orwell's clear and precise prose. His thoughtfulness and sometimes very direct reasoning are astute. They all bring the minutiae of life during WW2 into sharp relief. Subjects ranging from defending P.G. Wodehouse to the Warsaw Uprising. There's something aplenty for all interests and much more besides. The quality of the subjects on diverse topics are consistent in sociological value. Orwell's radio broadcasts have not survived as recordings. But this very welcome volume goes some way to filling that gap. We can't hear his voice, but we understand what made him and the times he lived in. Human nature hasn't changed so much that much here is still relevant today. In other respects, we get a better grasp of arcane subjects that have faded into the past. Not only is this collection a pleasure to read, it serves as a serious study of Orwell.' - Amazon Review.

The Author

Eric Arthur Blair (25 June 1903 - 21 January 1950), known by his pen name George Orwell, was an English novelist, essayist, journalist and critic. His work is characterised by lucid prose, biting social criticism, opposition to totalitarianism, and outspoken support of democratic socialism.

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