Abstract
The paper describes the propaganda techniques that seem to work in George Orwell's "1984" and "Animal Farm", including the participatory propaganda called a "Two Minutes Hate", the unquestioning patriotism, the language of Newspeak and the use of contradictory, short and concise slogans. The paper opines that as we live in a time of ever more effective and instantaneous mass media telecommunications, it is vitally important to be able to differentiate between that which is objective information, and that which is propaganda. The paper believes that that in the age of Homeland Security and The Patriots Act, Americans should certainly be vigilant and informed.

From the Paper
"Some propaganda techniques do seem to work, one "old standby" is to unite people by declaring some outside entity, "The Enemy." In 1984 this is done through a form of participatory propaganda called a "Two Minutes Hate." It's very clever really, by inciting citizens to ridicule the declared scapegoat, or enemy de jour, the government gets others to do its propaganda for it. In Animal Farm, Old Major identifies humans as the enemy, and attempts to unite all animals against their common enemy. He promises that their lives will be better and easier if they overthrow the humans. "All men are enemies. All animals are comrades." (Chapter 1, Page 9) Demonizing Mr. Jones comes in very handy - the threat of his return strikes sufficient fear into the hearts of the barnyard animals to keep them in line. If, for example, the only way to keep Mr. Jones from coming back is to give the pigs all the milk and apples, then the pigs must certainly have all the milk and apples. Snowball also provides a frequent scapegoat."

Tags:patriotism, Newspeak, language, slogans, Big, Brother

Abstract
This paper discusses the literary works of George Orwell and presents the similarities and differences in the themes prevalent in "Animal Farm" and "1984". The paper contends that the characters in these two books have similar and varying characteristics, which highlight the themes of betrayal and equality. The paper examines how Orwell established the themes of the two stories perfectly in the way in which he compared and contrasted the characters to demonstrate different political aspects.

From the Paper
"In Animal Farm, Orwell wrote, "All animals are equal but some are more equal than others,"(p. 56). If being equal is a positive thing, then the more equal you are the better off you are. In the novel 1984, also written by Orwell, equality was a central theme. "Are you more equal than others?" asked The Welding Journal, "This is your chance to become one who is more equal than others, more expert in the welding field. . . ."(p. 58) In this context, if one were "more equal", it meant that he was powerful and superior to others, just as the pigs in Animal Farm believed that they were more equal than, and thus superior to, the other animals in the story."

Tags:napoleon, big, brother, winston, boxer

Abstract
This paper explains that, at the beginning of George Orwell's "Animal Farm", Napoleon is nothing more than a normal pig; his day is dictated by Mr. Jones, the farmer and Napoleon's owner; but, after Major makes his speech about a revolution, Napoleon begins a transformation from normal pig to a pig, which cannot be distinguished from humans. The author points out that, although his dynamic transformation is not a quick overnight change, its progress can be tracked through the novel at specific points starting when Napoleon and Snowball organize Major's thoughts into animalism;at this time, Napoleon establishes many of the doctrines that he himself will later alter or violate. The paper relates that, when the revolution begins, Napoleon will not communicate with any two-legged creature; but, by the end of the novel, Napoleon not only talks to them but also cannot be distinguished from them.

From the Paper
"Later in the novel, Napoleon begins to invite some of the neighboring farmers over to the farmhouse, where Napoleon now sleeps - another violation of the commandments. He also drinks alcohol occasionally, he wears clothes, and he walks on two legs - violations of the commandments, making Napoleon into an enemy. Napoleon says that he is discussing farming techniques as well as other discussions that deal with the running of the farm. Napoleon shows his dynamic characteristics again at this time because at the beginning of the story Napoleon aids in driving Mr. Jones out of the farm, and now he invites humans onto the farm to eat and discuss techniques. "Napoleon is the consummate power monger, who, not surprisingly, becomes a reinvention of Mr. Jones." "

Tags:owner, humans, transformation, animalism, communication

Abstract
George Orwell wrote "Animal Farm" as a political satire on Soviet communism. It relates the history of Soviet communism through the events on a farm actioned by the farm animals and the human beings they interact with. This paper explores the economic perspective of this novel, specifically what economic system operated on the farm, how this economic system operated and whom the system benefited (or placed at a disadvantage). The paper shows that by studying the novel with these parameters in mind, one can obtain a comprehensive understanding of Orwell's opinions on the economics of communism and totalitarianism.

From the Paper
"This leads into the second question of how this economy is sustained. In the beginning, when the animals rebel against their human master and institute Old Major's utopia (Old Major died three days after he related his idea to the animals), each animal assumes a role within the community for the betterment of their entire animal society. Snowball (one of the pigs) takes on the role of primary educator and teaches the other animals to read regardless of what kind of animal they are. Napoleon educates a group of puppies on the merits of Animalism, the new doctrine as professed by Old Major and designed to guide the actions of the inhabitants of Animal Farm. Boxer, the cart-horse uses his strength and dedicated work ethic to contribute to the flourishing of the farm, adopting as his personal creed "I will work harder." "

Tags:Manor, Old, Major, Napoleon, Boxer

Abstract
This paper compares characters, factions and plot in "Animal Farm" to political figures, political groups and events in the Russian Revolution. It also discusses the difficulties of revolutions and summarizes the plot of "Animal Farm."

From the Paper
"George Orwell's Animal farm signifies the Russian Communist Revolution and shows that the evils of man will always prevent successful revolutions from occurring. "By giving the farm animals easily recognizable animal qualities" (Hollis 503), Orwell is able to relate the story of the Russian Communist Revolution to a story about an animal revolution. Orwell insults Russian leaders such as Stalin by identifying them with pigs, filthy animals. Orwell's purpose in Animal Farm is to tell a story about how humans react to rebellions and events surrounding these revolutions (Hollis 503)."

Tags:juxtaposition, communist, stalin, rebellion

Abstract
This paper looks at examples of social novels and how the writers used these reflections as a method of critique and to suggest ways to change. The novels referred to in the paper include George Orwell's "1984"; George Orwell's "Animal Farm"; John Steinbeck's "The Grapes of Wrath";and Joseph Heller's "Catch-22". The paper concludes that the unifying thread in all these social novels is their reflection of reality.

From the Paper
"Joseph Heller's novel has more in common with Orwell's writings than with Steinbeck. Unlike Steinbeck, who strove for a hyper-realism in The Grapes of Wrath, Heller's Catch-22 uses satire to chronicles the futility and ultimate dehumanization of war. While stationed in the fictional Mediterranean island of Pianosa, Air Force soldier John Yossarian participates in several brutal and dangerous operations, where his men die not for their country, but to obtain good aerial pictures of the exploding targets. Disgusted that his life is constantly in danger for nothing, Yossarian vows to survive this pointless war at all costs. He thus spends much of his time faking illness and devising ways to be sent home."

Tags:orwell, george, john, steinbeck, joseph, heller, catch, 22, animal, farm, 1984, grapes, wrath

Abstract
This paper looks at the works of author, George Orwell. George Orwell's upbringing, and life history are detailed in order to give us a glimpse into the influences that he would draw upon when writing his books. Taking this into account, this paper looks at several of his writings, including his most famous works, "Animal Farm," and "1984," in order to show how his writings were indeed, deeply influenced by the world events and his life experiences.

From the Paper
"His work was controversial at the time, but "Animal Farm" and "1984" have both become classics. They are studied in many literature classes. Some people think they are very negative and even "bleak," but they are social commentaries, and those aren't always positive books. Orwell's outlook may have been equally bleak to write these books, he doesn't seem to like society, or have any hope it will get better, which comes out in these books."

Tags:events, orwell, george, farm, animal, 1984, india, schooling, burma, war, conditions, poor, spain, movement, morocco, scotland, british, wwii, communism, totalitarianism, atomic, bombs, capitalism, bbc, spanish, civil, man, modern

From the Paper
"George Orwell is best remembered as the author of two great political novels, Animal Farm and 1984, and especially by a few memorable details in the novels. Even people who have never read Animal Farm are familiar with the cardinal rule in that novel, "All animals are created equal, but some are more equal than others," and of course the alarming figure of Big Brother in 1984 is even better known. These novels, however, were written very late in George Orwell's literary career after he had developed his political thought and literary craft with a great many earlier works, including novels, autobiographical essays, journalism and explicitly political essays. Almost all of these earlier writings were based at least in part on the life and experiences of the less well-known Eric Blair."

Tags:1984, animal, big, brother, farm