Why 1984 Should Not Be Banned

Although critics dispute that George Orwell’s novel, 1984, shouldn’t be involved in high school curriculum due to sexual content and being “pro-communism”, it should be kept because it reflects the belief that individuals should always protect themselves against power and the abuse of power.

George Orwell’s 1984 is more than just a novel, it is a warning to a potential dystopian society of the future. Written in 1949, Orwell envisioned a totalitarian government under the figurehead Big Brother. In this totalitarian society, every thought and action is carefully examined for any sign of rebellion against the ruling party. Emotion has been abolished and love is nonexistent; an entire new language is being drafted to reduce human thought to the bare minimum. In a society such as the one portrayed in 1984, one is hardly human. In George Orwell’s 1984, the party uses fear, oppression, and propaganda to strip the people of their humanity.

As a result, the book shows the discomfort one feels when living in a totalitarian society, and therefore teaches readers against totalitarianism. In addition, according to literature.stackexchange.com, “The reality is that, from the perspective of a pro-government stance, 1984 promotes the idea that the government shouldn’t be involved in your private lives, and that it’s a quick step from government monitoring to government abuse and overreach.” In other words, the quote states that 1984 teaches that government should stay out of your private life, and thus should not be a totalitarian government, which dictates a citizens every move. As a result, 1984 speaks out against absolute government control. Many believe that a book that teaches against a certain government system indoctrinates children, and imposes a viewpoint upon children, whom which have impressionable minds. However, teaching against totalitarianism and government control is merely teaching against a government system that violates the American way, whose core is the liberty and freedom that totalitarianism lacks. By banning 1984, the school would be banning a books that goes against a concept that transgresses America’s core values. Does Sowell High want to ban a book that actually goes against an un-American policy? With everything analyzed, a reason for not banning 1984 is the book’s teachings of the dangers of

When George Orwell writes his dystopian novel ‘1984’ in 1949, he is extremely disturbed with the state of the world after witnessing the methods of the Soviet Union and other fascist regimes during World War Two. During this period, the Soviet Union famously burned books and controlled all media outlets in an attempt to assert dominance over the people of the USSR. In response to his emotional disquiet over these issues, Orwell writes a warning to the world of what he fears would come to pass should totalitarian governments continue to grow in power. In ‘1984’, Orwell writes of the government destroying all media that conflicts with the current political ideology, ‘thought-police’ arresting anybody who shows even the slightest signs of thinking

The book 1984 has recently been the top book that has been ordered on Amazon and a lot of people have been reading it due to its relevance in today’s society. 1984 is a book about a dystopian society and the corruption that is involved in it. In recent times the book has become very popular. This essay will be about why people still read and discuss the book 1984 and why it is still relevant to today's society.

1984 is the story of a dystopian future with a totalitarian government with the leader, ‘Big Brother,’ watching over the people and controlling everyone's lives; even what they’re allowed to think. 1984’s biggest theme and message is a warning against totalitarianism and the dangers of the government gaining too much power. This premise of ‘too much power’ is best described in this quote: “People simply disappeared, always during the night. Your name was removed from the registers, every record of

1984 is a constant argument in today's society. There is a constant debate whether or not 1984 is similar in the 21st century, there are many reasons this topic is debated today. Although many people believe the book 1984 is not similar to the 21st century, a reading of Orwell’s novel demonstrates that in America today, the United States government is just as intrusive, the upper class citizens have more benefits, and newspeak is hastening the degradation of the English language just as the author foresaw.

In these questions I will analyze the characters while focusing on how the events in 1984 have made them who they are. I will also discuss the types of conditioning in the book and give examples of the conditioning. Then I will talk about some of the laws or regulations in the world today that I find to be not-constitutional. Finally I will define progressicism, socialism, communism and Marxism, and who founded them.

1984 is a great book which shows the problems with totalitarian regimes. Many point to certian aspects of it and warn that America is on its way to becoming similar to it. I will analyze the possibility of the USA becoming similar to the regime in the book book by looking at the main slogan of the party that runs that regime.

Trevino 1Noe TrevinoMrs. P. BuentelloEnglish 2 Pre-AP11 December 2015Banning Anti-Communistic Books: Issues With 1984The book 1984 was an extremely challenged book and still is. The dictator of the Unionof Soviet Socialist Republics, present day Russia, Joseph Stalin decided to empower a new rulewhich was to ban and burn all copies of 1984 in Russia (Banned Books Week Presents). Stalinsaw the message presented in 1984 as a threat to his power, so he enforced a new rule anddirected the burning and banning of all copies of 1984.1984’s plot, sexual scenes, morals, torture, and more. The material this book contains arevulgar, diminishing to one’s sense of humanity, and they can also encourage people to do badthings. The actions that 1984 can encourage

In this passage located in the first paragraph of 1984, the reader immediately gets a sense of contradiction. April is usually filled with cloudy weather and rain but here, it is cold and bright, directly contrasting the perceived weather of April. In addition, clocks only have twelve numbers, but the clock was striking thirteen. In the same paragraph, Orwell writes that "Winston Smith, his chin nuzzled into his breast in an effort to escape the vile wind, slipped quickly through the glass doors of Victory Mansions, though not quickly enough to prevent a swirl of gritty dust from entering along with him" (5). The “gritty dust,” along with the previously described conditions of this setting in this quote shows that it is not safe for human life.

For example "The Interview". The viewing of the movie was banned after it sparked conflict with North Korea. Another example would be "1984" by George Orwell. This book is being challenged for it's view points and failr accurate stance on what the future would bring. It sparked interest in young students; and there of the school commities found it best to teach a more relevant book to students. the other reason being is its pro-communist stand points. The school districts have even went as far to fire someone for refusing to take down the book. Stalin banned the book for its view point on communism during the Cold War era. Another classic book that is being attempted to be banned is "The Great Gatsby". This book is being questioned for its

1984, Orwell’s last and perhaps greatest work, deals with drastically heavy themes that still terrify his audience after 65 years. George Orwell’s story exemplifies excessive power, repression, surveillance, and manipulation in his strange, troubling dystopia full of alarming secrets that point the finger at totalitarian governments and mankind as a whole. What is even more disquieting is that 1984, previously considered science fiction, has in so many ways become a recognizable reality.

Historically, literature has always echoed the key issues and themes present during that time. In the period which Orwell wrote this novel, totalitarian government was a popular concept seeing implementation around the world such as Nazi Germany, Soviet Russia, and Mussolini’s Italy. In the novel 1984. While Orwell’s world is a fictional one, it can be said that he uses it as a voice for social commentary, and he predictions as to what a world would be like if totalitarian governments would rule the world. This essay will aim to explore how Orwell goes about doing this.

Readers of George Orwell have long appreciated the significance of his representation of a futuristic dystopian world. ‘Big brother is watching you,’ ‘Thought police,’ ‘Ministry of love,’ ‘Hate week,’ are expressions that Orwell used to represent his preoccupation with the totalitarian regimes of 20th century. More than one out of four Americans said they have red his dystopia and use his expressions in their language. Many critics claim that the novel opened up new prospects of political awareness. ‘1984’ is a political fiction in which the government eliminates all forms of political opposition, be it real or imaginary. The atmosphere of the novel is completely depressing because there is no hope for change. The government dominates people morally and forces them to live in constant fear. His terrifying vision of a future in which all aspects of society are controlled by a tyrannical system attracted the