George Orwell
George Orwell was an influential British writer and journalist known for his works that explore themes of totalitarianism, surveillance, and social injustice. His notable books, such as '1984' and 'Animal Farm,' continue to resonate in contemporary discussions about government control and individual freedoms. His writing style and political commentary have made him a key figure in 20th-century literature.
Born on Jun 25, 1903 (122 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colombia | 1 | 6.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 50,882,884 | 46,983 | $350,000 | 323$ |
| Slovenia | 1 | 7.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 2,078,938 | 1,945 | $56,000 | 52$ |
| Pakistan | 1 | 7.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 220,892,331 | 218,922 | $280,000 | 278$ |
| Australia | 1 | 6.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 25,499,884 | 23,224 | $1,380,000 | 1,257$ |
| Totals | 4 | 299,354,037 | 291,074 | $2,066,000 | 1,910$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Australia:
This quote is on the bingo card for everyone who writes about a bomb shelter, as George Orwell wrote during the Blitz.
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Pakistan:
George Orwell was mentioned as another British celebrity born in India.
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Slovenia:
George Orwell coined the term 'Cold War' in October 1945 to describe the period that began immediately after World War II.
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Colombia:
Gustavo Petro referenced George Orwell's '1984' to illustrate the potential loss of democracy on social media.
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Spain:
George Orwell is mentioned as a literary figure whose legacy is echoed in Tony Judt's work.
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Dominican Republic:
George Orwell emphasized the importance of defending evidence, common sense, and truth.
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Argentina:
Orwell's work '1984' is referenced to illustrate the manipulation of truth by authoritarian regimes.
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Italy:
George Orwell's ideas are cited in the context of opposition to war.
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Indonesia:
George Orwell's essay 'Politics and the English Language' is cited regarding the importance of clarity in language.
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Ireland:
George Orwell commented on the nature of sainthood in relation to Mahatma Gandhi.
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