Picks of October, 2025
Staff Member: Samantha
1984
By George Orwell

“Nineteen Eighty-Four is a dystopian novel by George Orwell, published in 1949, that depicts a totalitarian society in Oceania ruled by the Party and its figurehead, Big Brother. The story follows Winston Smith, a government worker who secretly rebels against the oppressive regime by seeking truth and individuality, leading to a forbidden affair and eventual capture by the Thought Police. The novel explores themes of surveillance, propaganda, and the manipulation of truth, serving as a cautionary tale about the dangers of unchecked government power and the loss of personal freedom” (Google Overview).
Rating: 4/5 stars.
Platforms
Book, Libby