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Yes, I know there has been countless topics on this book but one more won't hurt.
I am a 16 year old who lost interest in books about the same time I hit puberty. I hadn't read a book since Goosebumps when I was a wee nipper. But then a friend recommended this to me and I decided to give it a go. It's amazing. An intelligent book that isn't heavily symbolistic like the books I'm forced to study at school. It really makes you think about the Government and how they control certain aspects of our lives. I finished part 1 and I will probably read it for a few hours later.
Everyone should give this a go.
Please no spoilers.
I am a 16 year old who lost interest in books about the same time I hit puberty. I hadn't read a book since Goosebumps when I was a wee nipper. But then a friend recommended this to me and I decided to give it a go. It's amazing. An intelligent book that isn't heavily symbolistic like the books I'm forced to study at school. It really makes you think about the Government and how they control certain aspects of our lives. I finished part 1 and I will probably read it for a few hours later.
Everyone should give this a go.
Please no spoilers.
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I remember the British Best loved book thing, and whoever was doing 1984 was saying that at its heart was the tragic lovestory.
Rubbish. The introduction in my edition said it best - all the characters are paper thin covers for themes, except perhaps Winston, but he himself is hardly a well rounded character. The O'Brien/Smith 'discussions' are utterly riveting.
Rubbish. The introduction in my edition said it best - all the characters are paper thin covers for themes, except perhaps Winston, but he himself is hardly a well rounded character. The O'Brien/Smith 'discussions' are utterly riveting.
I have finished reading it.
It was fantastic and I loved the ending. My only criticism is that the beginning of part 2 was a bit slow with the Love story.
Definitely one of the best/only books I've ever read.
It was fantastic and I loved the ending. My only criticism is that the beginning of part 2 was a bit slow with the Love story.
Definitely one of the best/only books I've ever read.
1984 is pure genius. It criticises socialism, and shows one man's rebellion against a prying enemy. Truly amazing.
Is there a film of it? It's the perfect storyline for a huge-budget blockbuster.
Is there a film of it? It's the perfect storyline for a huge-budget blockbuster.
I bought this last week. Will read at some point.
Aha. The last bit. Well, 100 pages.
Genius.
Genius.
I started it about 3 days ago and I also have a lot of work. I will finish it, just give me time.
You haven't finished it?
Oho, get to Part 3. I think it's 3.
Brilliant. One of the best sections I've ever read in any book.
Oho, get to Part 3. I think it's 3.
Brilliant. One of the best sections I've ever read in any book.
Yes, the book is fantastic.
I don't want to read it, as it may have a spoiler in the review. When I finish the book, I'm sure I'll watch the film.
It's got John Hurt and Richard Burton in....theres some info on it here:
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0087803/
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0087803/
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