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Following significant events in his life, including his experiences in Spain, Orwell embarked on a mission to use literature as a means of political commentary. His notable works include Animal Farm and 1984, which serve as timeless critiques of oppressive governments and the fragility of freedom.
Animal Farm, published in 1945, uses a simple allegory to depict the Russian Revolution and the rise of Stalinism. The story, centered around anthropomorphized animals, illustrates how revolutionary ideals can devolve into tyranny, as power corrupts the very individuals who originally sought change. The conclusion—where it becomes impossible to distinguish between the pigs and the humans—serves as a stark reminder of the cyclical nature of power and oppression.