Published in 1949, shortly after the end of World War II and during the rise of Communist powers such as Russia and Korea, Orwell’s novel warns readers of important issues that become the novel’s key themes, including government overreach, propaganda, and the importance of free thought and speech.
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WINSTON SMITH
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Physical Traits:
Introduced as a dull man; he shows another side when he hides himself from the telescreen, and writes “Down with Big Brother.” Has affair with Julia; loves the idea of overthrowing Ingsoc.
39 years old; varicose ulcer above his right ankle; works in the Ministry of Truth, changing historical records to make Big Brother look truthful; not very healthy physically
Character Traits:
“‘theyll shoot me i dont care theyll shoot me in the back of the neck i dont care down with big brother they always shoot you in the back of the neck i dont care down with big brother--”