“All Rulers in All Ages” – Quote by George Orwell

„All rulers in all ages have tried to impose a false view of the world upon their followers.“

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George Orwell was a British writer, journalist, and social critic, known for his critical novels on totalitarianism and political power.

Orwell’s statement critically examines how political power attempts to shape the perceptions and worldviews of its followers.


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George Orwell, born Eric Arthur Blair (1903–1950), was an English novelist, essayist, journalist, and critic. His works, including '1984' and 'Animal Farm', are major classics of political literature that expose totalitarian regimes and social injustices.

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