George Orwell

Writing

Born 1903-06-25 · Motihari, Bengal Presidency, British India · Died 1950-01-21

Eric Arthur Blair (25 June, 1903 – 21 January, 1950), known by his pen name George Orwell, was an English novelist, essayist, journalist and critic. His work is characterised by lucid prose, biting social criticism, opposition to totalitarianism, and outspoken support of democratic socialism.