In 1984, a dystopian novel written by George Orwell, the oppressive government known as “Big Brother” used an assortment of techniques like surveillance and manipulation to keep the lower classes adhering. The highest class, formally known as the Party, implements and enforces the rules to the lowest class – the Proles. Life was monotonous for the lower classes, while the upper class was privileged and enjoyed much happier lives. Throughout the story, Orwell employs a variety of literary devices to illustrate the dilemmas that were faced by the main character, Winston, and those that he meets along the way. Many themes such as the dangers of totalitarianism, reality control, and blind obedience versus rebellion were present throughout 1984; several examples from modern articles and books like The Diary of a Young Girl reinforce these themes.
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She wrote this during the Holocaust when Jews were being persecuted by the Nazis. Frank was often threatened by Nazis for various reasons, so she wrote, “People can tell you to keep your mouth shut, but that doesn’t stop you from having your own opinion” (Frank 163). Her feelings and opinions about the events during the Holocaust which were similar to the feelings and opinions Winston had towards the Party in the essence that both shared viewpoints that opposed the majority and were oppressed because of it. Both Frank and Winston wished to share their thoughts with others, but were too afraid of the repercussions. Frank discussed her desire to voice her opinion, saying, “The only way to truly know a person is to argue with them. For when they argue in full swing, they reveal their true character.” When people fought back they realized the immense power the Nazis had and the same would have been the case if the proles fought back to the
The dangers of totalitarianism is one of the most important themes in Orwell’s …show more content…
She wrote this during the Holocaust when Jews were being persecuted by the Nazis. Frank was often threatened by Nazis for various reasons, so she wrote, “People can tell you to keep your mouth shut, but that doesn’t stop you from having your own opinion” (Frank 163). Her feelings and opinions about the events during the Holocaust which were similar to the feelings and opinions Winston had towards the Party in the essence that both shared viewpoints that opposed the majority and were oppressed because of it. Both Frank and Winston wished to share their thoughts with others, but were too afraid of the repercussions. Frank discussed her desire to voice her opinion, saying, “The only way to truly know a person is to argue with them. For when they argue in full swing, they reveal their true character.” When people fought back they realized the immense power the Nazis had and the same would have been the case if the proles fought back to the