Explore the Lessons
Lesson 1: Animal Farm
A revolutionary fable of power, corruption, and the perils of equality.
Lesson 2: 1984
Totalitarianism, surveillance, and the fight for individual freedom in a dystopian society.
Lesson 3: Homage to Catalonia
The brutal reality of war and the fight for freedom in Catalonia.
Lesson 4: Burmese Days
An exploration of colonialism, corruption, and cultural clashes in British-controlled Burma.
Lesson 5: Coming Up for Air
Escape the depths of memory and rediscover the magic of the present.
Lesson 6: Down and Out in Paris and London
Struggling through poverty and survival in the heart of two iconic cities.
Lesson 7: The Road to Wigan Pier
The stark realities of poverty and class division in industrial England.
Lesson 8: Keep the Aspidistra Flying
Rebellion, disillusionment, and the pursuit of true freedom in a materialistic world.
Lesson 9: A Clergyman’s Daughter
An introspective journey through faith, duty, and the search for identity.
Lesson 10: The Lion and the Unicorn
The eternal struggle for power and honor between two mighty beasts.
Lesson 11: Shooting an Elephant
The internal struggle of power and morality in colonial Burma.
Lesson 12: Politics and the English Language
Unraveling the power of language and its impact on politics and society.
Lesson 13: Inside the Whale and Other Essays
Navigating the depths of human experience through insightful and thought-provoking essays.
Lesson 14: Reflections on Gandhi
Unveiling the enduring legacy of a peaceful revolutionary
Lesson 15: The Prevention of Literature
The fight to preserve truth and freedom in a world of censorship.
Lesson 16: England Your England
Exploring the essence of Englishness through Orwell's personal reflections
Lesson 17: The Moon Under Water
Discover the enchanting secrets hidden beneath the mysterious glow of The Moon Under Water.
Lesson 18: Such, Such Were the Joys
Navigating childhood innocence and cruelty in George Orwell's poignant memoir.
Lesson 19: Marrakech
A journey through the vibrant sights, sounds, and scents of Marrakech's exotic streets.
Lesson 20: Why I Write
Unleashing memories through the power of words.
Timeline
George Orwell (Eric Arthur Blair) is born in Motihari, Bengal, India
Orwell begins his education at St. Cyprian's School in Eastbourne, England
Orwell enters Eton College
Orwell joins the Indian Imperial Police in Burma
Orwell resigns from the police and becomes a writer
Publication of Orwell's first book, 'Down and Out in Paris and London'
Orwell travels to Spain to report on the Spanish Civil War
Orwell's novel 'Homage to Catalonia' is published
Publication of Orwell's novel 'Animal Farm'
Orwell's iconic novel 'Nineteen Eighty-Four' is published
Orwell marries Sonia Brownell
Orwell's health deteriorates, diagnosed with tuberculosis
George Orwell passes away in London, England