Proles

Introduction The novel 1984, written by George Orwell 1949, depicts the perfect totalitarian society. The society is the most extreme imaginable realisation of a modern world where the government have absolute power. The inhabitants live under constant surveillance and even the smallest mistake can lead to a certain death. The United States have since their controversial ‘war against terrorism’ and the leak of information from the National Security Agency been highly questioned all around the…

contrasting classes of the working-class and the elite. The bottom of the triangle is significantly larger, representing the overly large labouring class. This hierarchal structure is seen in Orwell’s 1984, with the overly large population of the uneducated proles. Furthermore, in the finale of the film, the workers are seen walking towards the cathedral in their orderly, triangular shape just after the rebellion that occurred. The symbolism of the triangle represents the oppression the workers…

While working in the Ministry of Truth, Winston comes across rumors of corruption and lies within the Party. Because of this, Winston begins to constantly rebel against the Party. First he purchases a diary in the prole district and then undertakes the risky act of writing down his hate for Big Brother and the Party. Just by opening the diary, Winston could get in a lot of trouble, but he had the gut to write down his illegal thoughts and feelings. He repeatedly…

Orthodoxy is an ever-present theme in 1984. The concept that one can adhere to every rule and regulation is not only encouraged, but it is expected in Oceania. Orthodoxy is perceived differently by some citizens, but most follow every law put in place by the Party. Julia tells Winston about her theory that if someone follows the small rules, he/she may break a large one. O’Brien does not directly mention orthodoxy, but he does tell Winston that the Party’s idea of a normal person is orthodox.…

The Inner Party, the Outer Party, and the Proles. Big Brother is at the top of the pyramid. Only making up 2% of the population, the Inner Party is the ruler of Oceania. They make policies, decisions and govern (“Writing as I please”, 2013). The United states have political parties which are called…

them. Such a tax is a clear indication that the government is subtly increasing the bar of entry in order to curb the use of alcohol and tobacco in America, even when people are spending their legally and rightfully earned money on it. In 1984, the proles (proletariats) and Outer Party members (middle class) are restricted from drinking high quality gin and smoking high quality cigars. They are limited to “Victory Gin” and “Victory Cigars,” which are the only ones approved by the government. The…

Charrington is an old man who runs a secondhand store in the prole district. Kind and encouraging, Mr. Charrington seems to like Winston’s interest in the past and also is interested in it himself. He also seems to support Winston’s rebellion against the Party and his relationship with Julia. The room he gives Winston…

It’s everywhere you look. Mounted on almost every street corner in Airstrip one. Big Brother is watching you; he is always there wherever you glance, staring into your soul. The city is dull and depressing. If you are looking for privacy, it’s most certainly not in Oceania. A telescreen vigorously monitors all the citizens in the city. It’s observers and detects every sound you make, every move you attempt, every breath you breathe, and every heartbeat you exchange. All around the town there are…

used by the Inner party and specifically the Thought Police and their writing of the Newspeak. The Newspeak is an edited version of communication that is forced upon the people in order to restrict their personal beliefs. The Inner party tell the Proles that controlling their communication is for the benefit of Oceania and that by doing so it can keep the citizens safe. While working, Syme and Winston discuss Newspeak and Syme reveals that he actually supports it, saying, “It’s a beautiful thing…

Outline: Book: ‘1984’ by George Orwell Question: “How and why is a social group represented in a particular way?” This response will include: • How Orwell’s life experiences have reflected upon his work • A method used by the party to control the masses in the country • How Orwell views the world and his fear of the totalitarian states • The message Orwell wishes to convey and reveal to the readers 1984 is a dystopian novel by George Orwell. Published on the 8th of June 1949, it is one of…