AuthorRodden, John
TitleThe Cambridge introduction to George Orwell / John Rodden and John Rossi
Imprint Cambridge : Cambridge University Press, 2012
Descript xiv, 130 p. ; 23 cm

SUMMARY

"This Introduction examines Orwell's life, work and legacy, addressing his towering achievement and his ongoing appeal. Combining important biographical detail with close analysis of his writings, the book considers the various genres in which Orwell wrote: the realistic novel, the essay, journalism and the anti-utopia. Ideally suited for readers approaching Orwell's work for the first time, the book concludes with an extended reflection on why George Orwell has enjoyed a literary afterlife unprecedented among modern authors in any language"-- Provided by publisher


SUBJECT

  1. Orwell
  2. George
  3. 1903-1950

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Arts LibraryPR6029.R8 R686C 2012 CHECK SHELVES