| This dystopian novel describes Winston Smith's rebellion against the totalitarian "socialist" society of the fictional country of Oceania, set in London. With vague references to an underground anti-government community (the "Brotherhood"), help from some lower-class (proles) and upper-class (Party members) citizens, and some unexpected persons, Winston attempts to stay alive while betraying and rebelling against the Party. | ||
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Plot & Themes Tone of book - suspenseful (sophisticated fear) FANTASY or SCIENCE FICTION? - alternate history Repressive society story Yes Repressive because: Is this an adult or child's book? - Adult or Young Adult Book Descript. of chases or violence - 0 % planning/preparing, gather info, debate puzzles/motives - 10 % Feelings, relationships, character bio/development - 30 % Descript. of society, phenomena (tech), places - 60 % Who's a slave/repressed? - humans are slaves of other humans Main Character Identity: - Male Age: - 40's-50's Main Adversary Identity: - an organization Profession/status: How much of work is main antagonist actually present in: - a lot How sensitive is this character? Sense of humor - Mostly serious with occasional humor Setting Earth setting: - 20th century Takes place on Earth? Yes Writing Style Accounts of torture and death? - explicit references to torture scientific jargon? (SF only) - some scientific explanation Sex in book? Yes What kind of sex: - vague references only - descript of kissing - descript. of non-breast female anat. How much dialogue? - significantly more descript than dialog |
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