Do you really think it is about communism?
2007-03-25 15:11:52 · 10 answers · asked by spontaneous09 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
I loved it. There is an illustrated version I have been eyeing closely--I guess I just really like a good novel with pictures.
Yes, it is definitely about communism. The thing that I have always admired about it is that while it is not Orwell's only commentary on the brutality and dehumanizing qualities of a totalitarian society, it is much easier to understand and relate to than "1984". I think it is especially good for younger readers, especially those who might otherwise be turned off by the subject. I mean, how many settings are more approachable and comfortable than a farm?
Remember: "All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others."
(That's my favorite quote from the book.)
2007-03-25 16:44:52 · answer #1 · answered by Bronwen 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I had to read this book for 9th grade English (got an A on the exam by the way) The book has many literary terms within its context and uses personification of the animals very well. The whole totalitarinism aspect of the book is evident when the pigs from a distance start to look like the humans (who were disposed of) took control of the farm. It was the said pigs who use decided to round up everybody because of the mistreatment of the farm animals. Totalitarinism does in fact eclipse communism in all facets of governing people---as with this novel, the animals! I hope you understand what I wrote :)
2007-03-25 22:47:07 · answer #2 · answered by Gerry 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
'Animal Farm' is most certainly not a "crappy book", I feel sorry for those who are unable to appreciate a little allegory. Yes, I feel this book portrays the betrayal of the Russian Revolution by Stalin quite well, and that is why it is a valid work of 20th century literature. I like the use of animals too, since I read Aesop's Fables, and with some children a deeper political meaning can be imparted in what appears to be a simple story.
2007-03-26 00:38:39 · answer #3 · answered by WMD 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think "Animal Farm" is definitely a great novel even though George Orwell reminded its readers to take it as a fairy story since, we can see his satirical style was obviously concerned with the dictatorship by the pigs and some animals under their command, he followed Aesop by having all animals speak like human beings in which there were many episodes of powerful discourse between the dictators and the proletarians, therefore, all dialogs infer amusingly ways and means of communism. Interestingly, there is not even such a word (communism) mentioned in this novel.
2007-03-26 01:09:43 · answer #4 · answered by Arigato ne 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's an allegory about the rise of Stalinist USSR but can fits in most situations of dictatorship
is a great book
2007-03-25 22:47:28 · answer #5 · answered by jose g 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I loved it
it's not simply about communism
the novel is an allegory to the Russian Revolution
So that Orwell could speak him mind through litterature, he wrote his opinion on the Revolution through a fantasy novel, so that he couldn't get in trouble for it.
"4 legs good, 2 legs bad!"
2007-03-25 22:22:00 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Yes it is. It's a crappy book, in my opinion, but it is about communism and the effect that form of government had on people.
2007-03-25 22:15:17 · answer #7 · answered by surfchika 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It is about communism. It was ok, but it wasn't anywhere near my favorite.
2007-03-25 23:51:48 · answer #8 · answered by ♥Catherine♥ 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Of course it is - was there ever any doubt? Pax - C.
2007-03-25 22:23:43 · answer #9 · answered by Persiphone_Hellecat 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It certainly makes you think! doesn't it?
2007-03-25 22:20:05 · answer #10 · answered by snapdragon747 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋