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"But if thought corrupts language, language can also corrupt thought."
George Orwells 1946 essay,
Politics and the English Language, is a sharp critique of the "ugly and inaccurate" written English of his time that examines the connection between political orthodoxies and the debasement of language, and argues that vague, inflated, and clichéd language can distort truth and enable political manipulation. Orwell urges writers to embrace clarity, precision, and honesty, believing that clear language is essential to clear thought—and ultimately, to a healthy democracy.
Written just after World War II,
Politics and the English Language notes the deliberate use of misleading language to hide unpleasant political and military fact and reflects Orwells concern with truth and how truth depends upon the use of language.
Born Eric Arthur Blair,
George Orwell (1903-1950) was a British novelist, essayist, and critic famous for his insightful social and political commentary. His personal engagement with real world issues imbues his work with a sense of social conscience that continues to resonate with readers, and his two most famous novels, Animal Farm and Nineteen Eighty-Four, continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
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GenrePolitics and Government, Literary Classics
Length42 mins
Narrated byPeter Noble
FormatAudiobook
Publish dateDec 20, 2021
LanguageEnglish
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