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Nineteen Eighty Four (1984)

"Nineteen Eighty-Four"(also known as "1984") is a dystopian novel by English writer George Orwell. It was published in 1949 and serves as a cautionary tale against totalitarianism. The story takes place in an imagined future, much of the world is in perpetual war. Great Britain, now known as Airstrip One, has become a province of the totalitarian superstate Oceania. The novel explores the consequences of totalitarianism, mass surveillance, and repressive regimentation within society. It delves into the role of truth, facts, and their manipulation. Protagonist of this novel, Winston Smith, a diligent mid-level worker at the Ministry of Truth, secretly hates the Party and dreams of rebellion. He keeps a forbidden diary and begins a relationship with Julia. Winston and Julia learn about a shadowy resistance group called the Brotherhood, but their contact turns out to be a Party agent. Winston is arrested, subjected to psychological manipulation and torture