In Animal Farm, the idea of oppression and control seem to come up frequently. This is evident through Orwell’s use of propaganda as well as the ruling of the pigs. For example, Orwell uses several propaganda techniques. He uses bandwagon/snobbery, transfer, and misuse or manipulation of statistics. All these techniques Orwell uses, convey a message about Stalin’s Great Purge and Communism. Although this story is more negative than positive, it can also be viewed positively. It can be viewed as a criticism of communism as well as a criticism to Stalin’s Great Purge. It can also be considered a great resource to knowing more about the World War II time period. Throughout the story, animals are being controlled physically and mentally. The seven
