FAQ About George Orwell
What inspired George Orwell to write '1984'?
George Orwell was inspired to write "1984" by the rise of totalitarian regimes in the 20th century, particularly those of Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union. His experiences during the Spanish Civil War, where he witnessed the manipulation of truth and the suppression of individual freedoms by political entities, also heavily influenced his outlook and writing. Orwell sought to highlight the dangers of giving unchecked power to governments and the resulting societal harm.
