Orwell tells a gripping and interesting story of a world that i hope I never see and wonder if I am now living within. As the book trudges along—always with a glimmer of hope—one is amazed by the horror and corruption of this dystopian future of the world. I would recommend it to others, if only because of its helpful commentary on the importance of individuality, freedom of speech, freedom of belief, and one’s intrinsic worth. When these values that we take for granted are stripped from a society, one is better able to see how important and crucial they are to making the world a better, more peaceful, and healthier home.