The Orwell Diaries
This week the Media Book Club brings you the brand new edition of George Orwell’s Diaries. Covering an 18-year period the author begins with his time spent living as a hop-picking tramp and ends with his ultimately terminal illness from tuberculosis. As one of the twentieth century’s most notable commentators, Orwell’s personal account is peppered with social and political observations. Those who are already familiar with Orwell’s work will also recognise much of the narrative as a prelude to many of his novels and essays, including Down and Out in Paris and London and The Road to Wigan Pier.
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BOTW: The Orwell Diaries
by Clare CarneyThe Orwell Diaries
This week the Media Book Club brings you the brand new edition of George Orwell’s Diaries. Covering an 18-year period the author begins with his time spent living as a hop-picking tramp and ends with his ultimately terminal illness from tuberculosis. As one of the twentieth century’s most notable commentators, Orwell’s personal account is peppered with social and political observations. Those who are already familiar with Orwell’s work will also recognise much of the narrative as a prelude to many of his novels and essays, including Down and Out in Paris and London and The Road to Wigan Pier.
Get 15% off the Orwell Diaries at The Media Bookshop
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Tags: Autobiography, diaries, george orwell, social and political commentary
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