A Collection Of Essays
Publishing Details
A Collection Of Essays
By (Author) George Orwell
HarperCollins Publishers Inc
Mariner Books
4th October 1970
United States
Classifications
General
Non Fiction
824.912
Physical Properties
336
Width 135mm, Height 203mm
279g
Description
A clear-eyed, uncompromising collection of essays from the "conscience of his generation" and the author of 1984 (V. S. Pritchett). One of the most thought-provoking and vivid essayists of the twentieth century, George Orwell fought the injustices of his time with singular vigor through pen and paper. In this selection of essays, he ranges from reflections on his boyhood schooling and the profession of writing to his views on the Spanish Civil War and British imperialism.
The works collected here include Such, Such Were the Joys, Shooting an Elephant, Politics and the English Language, and Why I Write. Perfect for those new to Orwells work and a wonderful compilation for the experienced Orwell reader, A Collection of Essays is an invaluable anthology.
Author Bio
George Orwell was the pen name of Eric Blair, a writer and political commentator. In 2008, THE TIMES ranked him second on a list of 'The 50 greatest British writers since 1945.' His work continues to influence popular and political culture. Tamsin Greig., Nicky Henson and Toby Jones star in this new drama.
