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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 4 | 6.75 | 0.24% | +20% | 341,243 | 984 | $24,000 | 69$ |
| Ireland | 2 | 7.00 | 0.12% | +10% | 5,030,000 | 6,634 | $5,100 | 7$ |
| Colombia | 1 | 8.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 50,882,884 | 30,634 | $350,000 | 211$ |
| Costa Rica | 1 | 7.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 5,094,118 | 3,045 | $62,000 | 37$ |
| United Kingdom | 1 | 4.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 24,437 | $2,700,000 | 972$ |
| Belarus | 1 | 5.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 9,449,323 | 6,019 | $60,000 | 38$ |
| Totals | 10 | 138,683,579 | 71,753 | $3,201,100 | 1,334$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Iceland:
George Orwell is mentioned as the author of a classic book discussed in the book club.
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Belarus:
Andrei Yanushkevich planned to publish George Orwell's 'Animal Farm' after opening his bookstore.
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Iceland:
George Orwell's book 1984 discusses a totalitarian state where citizens live under immense surveillance.
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Costa Rica:
George Orwell is referenced for his idea that to dominate the present, one must dominate the past.
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United Kingdom:
George Orwell was down and out in Paris during the 1920s.
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Iceland:
Kári referenced George Orwell's book 1984 while discussing the implications of surveillance technology.
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Ireland:
George Orwell is the husband of Eileen O’Shaughnessy, whose life is explored in Wifedom.
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Iceland:
The discussion centered around George Orwell's influential book 1984.
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Colombia:
George Orwell was a novelist and essayist who became very famous and is regarded as one of the best prose writers in the English language.
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Ireland:
George Orwell is mentioned as a contributor to Miller's magazine, highlighting Durrell's literary connections.
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