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Relationship Between Boxer And Boxer In Animal Farm By George Orwell

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Animal Farm by George Orwell, written in 1945 displays numerous themes of which highly impact the audience. These concepts were delivered through the actions of the characters of whom Orwell based off of iconic parties in the Russian Revolution. These themes were also shown through the relationships of the character. As said, the novel was based on the Russian Revolution that happened during 1917, of which coincides with the immensely strong themes of exploitation, tyranny, and propaganda. These aforementioned themes are ones of which are heavily seen relationships between various characters and Boxer, of whom represents both the lower masses and the animals. First of all, one relationship of which is significant to the text lies in …show more content…

Second of all, the relationship between Napoleon and Boxer is one of vast differences. Napoleon’s character is seen to be brutal and manipulative in comparison to Boxer’s innocence and naivete. The pair harmoniously coexists as Boxer’s loyalty to Napoleon becomes increasingly toxic, which leads to his own death. The difference between the two is vital to the text as it shows how even Boxer, a character looked up to by the animals, is so blinded by Napoleon's manipulative ways. Napoleon, obviously needing to keep Boxer on his side, manipulates Boxer into believing that he is someone of power, as seen after the Battle of Cowshed when Boxer knocks a young lad out and gets awarded a medal for it (Animal Hero, First Class). I think that Orwell writes this in order to convey the constant idea of how Napoleon manipulates everyone in order to get what he wants.; A theme that is seen throughout the whole novel. This is significant to the text as manipulation is the most labouriously enforced theme throughout the novel. Third of all, I believe that another relationship should be mentioned as it holds a high importance to the text. The relationship between Squealer and Napoleon is one of which is as iconic to the whole text. Napoleon doesn’t manipulate Squealer into being his mouthpiece. Instead, Squealer willingly helps fool the

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