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Why I Write
Book • 2005
In 'Why I Write', George Orwell reflects on his development as a writer, from his early childhood fascination with words and storytelling to his later political writings.
The essay outlines four primary motives for writing: sheer egoism, aesthetic enthusiasm, historical impulse, and political purpose.
Orwell discusses how these motives influenced his own work, particularly after the Spanish Civil War, which solidified his commitment to writing against totalitarianism and for democratic socialism.
The essay outlines four primary motives for writing: sheer egoism, aesthetic enthusiasm, historical impulse, and political purpose.
Orwell discusses how these motives influenced his own work, particularly after the Spanish Civil War, which solidified his commitment to writing against totalitarianism and for democratic socialism.
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Mentioned by David Peña-Guzmán for her essay on the writing process.
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Elvis Mitchell in conversation with 
Brian Eno , referencing Orwell's exploration of surrender to overwhelming forces.
Elvis Mitchell in conversation with Brian Eno , referencing Orwell's exploration of surrender to overwhelming forces.
Brian Eno, Jack Huston and Kate Winslet on The Treat
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Simon Critchley when discussing writing and the importance of clarity and precision in language.
Simon Critchley when discussing writing and the importance of clarity and precision in language.
Simon Critchley on Finding Clarity in Philosophy and Comedy
