
June 25, 1903 · 123 years old
Eric Arthur Blair (25 June, 1903 – 21 January, 1950), known by his pen name George Orwell, was an English novelist, essayist, journalist and critic. His work is characterised by lucid prose, biting social criticism, opposition to totalitarianism, and outspoken support of democratic socialism.

An investigation into the life, work, and enduring influence of the writer George Orwell, connecting his ideas to the contemporary world.