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Animal Farm

Animal Farm

George Orwell , Russell Baker , C.M. Woodhouse

1945 EN ★ 100

Animal Farm is a brilliant political satire and a powerful and affecting story of revolutions and idealism, power and corruption. 'All animals are equal. But some animals are more equal than others.' Mr Jones of Manor Farm is so lazy and drunken that one day he forgets to feed his livestock. The ensuing rebellion under the leadership of the pigs Napoleon...

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Animal Farm

Animal Farm is a brilliant political satire and a powerful and affecting story of revolutions and idealism, power and corruption. 'All animals are equal. But some animals are more equal than others.' Mr Jones of Manor Farm is so lazy and drunken that one day he forgets to feed his livestock. The ensuing rebellion under the leadership of the pigs Napoleon and Snowball leads to the animals taking over the farm. Vowing to eliminate the terrible inequities of the farmyard, the renamed Animal Farm is organised to benefit all who walk on four legs. But as time passes, the ideals of the rebellion are corrupted, then forgotten. And something new and unexpected emerges..

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Why read Animal Farm?

First published in 1945, Animal Farm has remained relevant for over 81 years — a mark of lasting literary value that few books achieve.

It sits at the crossroads of Classics, Dystopian, and Fantasy, making it appealing to readers with varied tastes who enjoy stories that defy easy classification.

Available on Bookble for readers looking to explore George Orwell's work and build a focused reading list.

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If you enjoy George Orwell's voice, explore 1984 from the same author to continue in a familiar style.

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What is Animal Farm about?

Animal Farm is a brilliant political satire and a powerful and affecting story of revolutions and idealism, power and corruption. 'All animals are equal. But some animals are more equal than others.' Mr Jones of Manor Farm is so lazy and drunken that one day he forgets to feed...

Who wrote Animal Farm?

Animal Farm is by George Orwell, Russell Baker, C.M. Woodhouse.

What genre is Animal Farm?

Animal Farm falls within Classics, Dystopian, and Fantasy. Browse related categories on Bookble to find books with a similar style.

When was Animal Farm published?

Animal Farm was first published in 1945 by George Orwell, Russell Baker, C.M. Woodhouse.

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