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Orwell's 1984 and how it helps us understand tyrannical power today

  • Written by Robert Hassan, Professor, School of Culture and Communication, University of Melbourne
Orwell's 1984 and how it helps us understand tyrannical power todayWritten as the Cold War became entrenched, 1984 was meant as a warning on the nature of state power. Understanding this power is even more important today.Shutterstock

It was a bright cold day in April, and the clocks were striking thirteen. Winston Smith, his chin nuzzled into his breast in an effort to escape the vile wind, slipped quickly...

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