George Orwell's Animal FarmHarold Bloom In a single, enlightening volume, Animal Farm presents a helpful literary guide to one of George Orwell's most famous literary works. Tracing the rise of Napoleon as the leader of the barnyard animals over humans to ruling dictator of the farmyard community, this classic satiric fable serves as a warning to all societies as it depicts the slide from revolution to totalitarianism. Coverage includes:.:.; An introduction by renowned critic Harold Bloom considers the significanceof Animal Farm.; A brief biographical sketch offers insight into Orwell's life.; "The Story Behind the Story" details the circumstances surrounding the inception and development of the work.; A summary with analysis review explains key points of the work.; Selections from critical essays written by leading scholars provide accessible explorations of the work.; Annotated bibliographies direct readers to additional materials on the subject and explain the importance of each. |
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