Orwell reveals the effect Big Brother’s regime is beginning to have on Winston through the imagery present in this scene. In this scene, Winston imagines what the future will hold, especially in regards to O’Brien’s potential as an ally. “‘We shall meet in a place where there is no darkness,’ O’Brien had said to him.” The lack of darkness is used by the author to convey a hopeful tone of voice. The absence of darkness allows for the possibility of light to enter, in this case, darkness symbolizes Big Brother’s regime and light represents the freedom to discuss ideas without fear. However, Winston’s thoughts are interrupted by the perpetual intellectual oppression acted out by Big Brother. “But with the voice from the telescreen nagging
