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Why Orwell matters

The Gray Area with Sean Illing

CHAPTER

Orwell's Insights and Modern Dystopia

This chapter examines George Orwell's evolving perspectives on political realities and social change in post-war Britain, revealing his misjudgments about the power of corporations and societal control. It contrasts Orwell's vision of state oppression with Aldous Huxley's themes of consumer distraction, underlining the enduring relevance of both dystopian narratives in today's world.

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