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The Lion and the Unicorn
Socialism and the English Genius
Book • 1941
Written between August and October 1940 and published on February 19, 1941, 'The Lion and the Unicorn' is an essay that analyzes the situation in Britain during World War II. Orwell argues that the war has exposed the inadequacies of Britain's economic and political system, and that a socialist revolution is necessary for Britain to defeat Nazi Germany.
The essay is divided into three parts: 'England Your England', 'Shopkeepers at War', and 'The English Revolution'.
It advocates for a democratic 'English Socialism' that contrasts with Soviet Communism and suggests a new form of Britishness liberated from the old ruling classes and the British Empire.
The essay is divided into three parts: 'England Your England', 'Shopkeepers at War', and 'The English Revolution'.
It advocates for a democratic 'English Socialism' that contrasts with Soviet Communism and suggests a new form of Britishness liberated from the old ruling classes and the British Empire.
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Mentioned in 5 episodes
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Dominic Sandbrook and 
Tom Holland in the discussion about English identity and the evolution of the country.
Dominic Sandbrook and Tom Holland in the discussion about English identity and the evolution of the country.
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180. England & Englishness
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Noah Smith , referencing Orwell's critique of British socialists for ignoring the working class.
Noah Smith , referencing Orwell's critique of British socialists for ignoring the working class.
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