Guide to the classics: Orwell's 1984 and how it helps us understand tyrannical power today
- Written by Robert Hassan, Professor, School of Culture and Communication, University of Melbourne
Written as the Cold War became entrenched, 1984 was meant as a warning on the nature of state power. Understanding this power is even more important today.Shutterstock
It was a bright cold day in April, and the clocks were striking thirteen. Winston Smith, his chin nuzzled into his breast in an effort to escape the vile wind, slipped quickly...