FAQ About George Orwell
When did George Orwell write '1984'?
George Orwell wrote "1984" between 1947 and 1948. The novel was completed during a period of ill health while Orwell was living on the Scottish island of Jura. It was first published on June 8, 1949, offering a stark warning about the perils of unchecked political power and the havoc it can wreak on individual freedom and truth.
