Winston Smith berusaha menjalani hidupnya sebagai warga negara yang patuh terhadap aturan-aturan Partai, walaupun hati dan pikirannya memberontak. Winston tidak berani melawan terang-terangan, sebab Big Brother senantiasa mengawasi semua orang. Tak ada privasi bagi siapa pun. Segalanya diatur oleh Negara, bahkan sejarah pun ditulis ulang sesuai kebutuhan. Big Brother menuntut kepatuhan dan kese…
Suatu malam, Major, si babi tua yang bijaksana, mengumpulkan para binatang di peternakan untuk bercerita tentang mimpinya. Setelah sekian lama hidup di bawah tirani manusia, Major mendapat visi bahwa kelak sebuah pemberontakan akan dilakukan binatang terhadap manusia; menciptakan sebuah dunia di mana binatang akan berkuasa atas dirinya sendiri. Tak lama, pemberontakan benar-benar terjadi. Ke…
Down and Out in Paris and London is a work that explores the gritty underbelly of two of Europe's most iconic cities, offering an unflinching portrayal of poverty, hardship, and the resilience of the human spirit. Written by the esteemed author George Orwell, this seminal piece of literature delves into the experiences of those who exist on the margins of society, shedding light on the often…
Orwell's powerfully unnerving and enduring allegory of oppression and rebellion, brought to life for a new age of readers in a stunning dyslexia-friendly edition. "All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others ..." When the lazy and drunken Mr Jones of Manor Farm forgets to feed his livestock the down-trodden and over-worked animals unite to take back their freedom. Led by …
This beautifully illustrated, easy to follow reference inspires kids to discover more about the Bible, with its unique presentation of historical stories and facts. Packed with features like "25 Facts about Music and Poetry" and "35 Facts about Ancient Rulers," and dozens more on palaces, beauty, gardens, fashion, and other aspects of life during biblical times, 1,000 Facts About the Bible is a…
Travel back 5,000 years to when pharaohs ruled a kingdom on the Nile. From hieroglyphs and pyramids to jewelled treasures and mummies, find out how archeologists cracked a code and unlocked the history of civilization.