Animal Farm

Animal Farm, written by George Orwell and published in 1945, is a powerful political allegory disguised as a simple fable. Set on a farm where animals overthrow their human owner in hopes of creating an equal society, the story follows their rise and fall under the rule of the pigs, who gradually become as oppressive as the humans they replaced. Through the character of Napoleon, a power-hungry pig, Orwell critiques the corruption of revolutionary ideals and the dangers of totalitarianism. Inspired by the events of the Russian Revolution and the rise of Soviet communism, Animal Farm explores themes of power, propaganda, betrayal, and control. Its deceptively straightforward narrative and vivid characters deliver a sharp, enduring commentary on the cycles of history and the fragility of freedom. Timeless and accessible, Animal Farm remains a key work in understanding political systems and the human tendency toward inequality and authoritarianism.