D. J. Taylor
Master literary critic and novelist and author of Orwell: The New Life (Pegasus Books, 2023), known for award-winning biographies and literary criticism.
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Jan 2, 2026 • 46min
D. J. Taylor, "Orwell: The New Life" (Pegasus Books, 2023)
In a captivating conversation, D. J. Taylor, a renowned literary critic and biographer, delves into the life of George Orwell, offering fresh insights from new sources. He explores Orwell's complex heritage and the significant impact of his early experiences in Burma on his writing. Taylor also discusses the influence of his family and education, Orwell's shift from pacifism to activism during WWII, and how his BBC work shaped 1984. The discussion highlights Orwell's relevance today, especially in relation to truth and surveillance.
Apr 17, 2024 • 29min
D. J. Taylor, "Who Is Big Brother?: A Reader's Guide to George Orwell" (Yale UP, 2024)
D. J. Taylor, a celebrated Orwell biographer, delves into the enigmatic contradictions of George Orwell's life and works, from his views on religion to his anti-imperialism. Taylor guides listeners through Orwell's complex evolution, political views, and writing style, offering insights into the symbolism of Big Brother in 1984. An illuminating guide to one of the most enduringly relevant writers in English literature.
