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Orwell
Wintry Conscience of a Generation
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The biography explores the multifaceted life of George Orwell, focusing on his intellectual growth and personal struggles, including childhood insecurities and complex relationships. Jeffrey Meyers utilizes extensive research, including unpublished materials, to provide fresh insights into Orwell's character and motivations. The narrative is described as brisk and engaging, offering a nuanced portrayal that surpasses previous biographies. Critics highlight Meyers' ability to reveal lesser-known aspects of Orwell's life, contributing to a deeper understanding of one of modern literature's most significant figures.
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Orwell, Jeffrey Meyers
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- Released
- 2001
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- Title
- Orwell
- Subtitle
- Wintry Conscience of a Generation
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Jeffrey Meyers
- Publisher
- W. W. Norton & Company
- Released
- 2001
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 402
- ISBN13
- 9780393322637
- Category
- Biographies and Thoughts
- Description
- The biography explores the multifaceted life of George Orwell, focusing on his intellectual growth and personal struggles, including childhood insecurities and complex relationships. Jeffrey Meyers utilizes extensive research, including unpublished materials, to provide fresh insights into Orwell's character and motivations. The narrative is described as brisk and engaging, offering a nuanced portrayal that surpasses previous biographies. Critics highlight Meyers' ability to reveal lesser-known aspects of Orwell's life, contributing to a deeper understanding of one of modern literature's most significant figures.