Politics in George Orwell’s Animal Farm

All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others. This contradiction, which draws inspiration from politics and systems of governing, lies at the heart of George Orwell’s allegorical Animal Farm, making it one of literature’s most thought-provoking books to date. This compelling volume interprets the politics of Orwell’s novel through a series of diversified essays that cover topics such as the Russian Revolution, communism, and dictatorship. Contemporary perspectives on politics at home and abroad, including how the United States is becoming more fascist than socialist, and the state of socialism in Europe, are also discussed.