A dystopian social science fiction novel by George Orwell, published in 1949. The novel is set in Airstrip One (formerly Great Britain), a province of the totalitarian superstate Oceania, where the Party, led by Big Brother, surveils and controls every aspect of human life. The book explores themes of totalitarianism, mass surveillance, and repressive regimentation of all persons and behaviors within society.
George Orwell
""George Orwell is mentioned in the context of government control and propaganda, making '1984' his most relevant work to the discussion."