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1984 is one of Time's List of 100 best English-language novels. This dystopian novella by George Orwell published in 1949, follows the life of Winston Smith, a low-ranking member of 'the Party', who is frustrated by the omnipresent eyes of the party, and its ominous ruler Big Brother. The famous Orwell classic that kicked off the dystopia genre, now in an illustrated edition. In a world where war is peace, freedom is slavery, and ignorance is strength, Big Brother has eyes everywhere. People's lives are constantly watched, and every decision is analyzed ad nauseam. Winston Smith, tasked with rewriting history for the government, can't escape. The greatest works of children and young adult literature should always be included in any library.