In which John Green returns for a dystopian new season of Crash Course Literature! We're starting with George Orwell's classic look at the totalitarian state that could be in post-war England. Winston Smith is under the eye of Big...

In which John Green continues discussing George Orwell's 1984. Today we're talking about what the novel 1984 has to say about what some have called today's surveillance society. We'll also look at the idea that language can be used as a...

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George Orwell's 1984 with Dorian Lynskey, Part 1

Why is 1984 one of the most important novels of the 20th century? What would Orwell advise in the face of fake news? Do you think George Orwell would be surprised at 1984's ongoing relevance?

George Orwell's 1984 with Dorian...

Why did Orwell include a love story in his dystopian novel?

This lesson explores the theme of love and relationships in George Orwell’s ‘1984’. See how Winston’s attitudes towards Julia, relationships and love develop throughout...

In this video, the instructor guides viewers through the process of painting a beautiful landscape featuring a Hobbit hole using the gouache painting technique. They provide step-by-step instructions on how to create different elements...

Bob Behnken and Doug Hurley will make history when they break the bond from Earth in a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule that's never been flown by humans before. But find out how the strong bond of friendship they share gives them the edge in...

Watch this video to learn about Orwell’s world and its influence on the novel ‘1984’. Big Brother and the Thought Police might seem totally fictional, but they reflect history. Explore the author’s personal history, from his experiences...

Author and journalist Dorian Lynskey answers key questions about one of the seminal novels of the 20th century, George Orwell's 1984, which was published 70 years ago. Having written 'The Ministry of Truth' a book specifically about...

The following video provides a brief biography of the author known as George Orwell, including his childhood, young adult life, and writing career. For an educational unit on Orwell, click hereref='http://bit.ly/2l2Ipage target='_blank'...

Professor John Bowen explores truth, fiction, repression and freedom in George Orwell’s iconic 1949 novel, 'Nineteen Eighty-Four'. The film is shot at Senate House in London, formerly the Ministry of Information, and the building on...

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Eric Arthur Blair, or as we all know him as George Orwell grew up in the UK. He liked to spend most of his time alone writing poetry, stories and talking to his imaginary friends. He had a rough childhood where he was consistently...

Tuberculosis had a big impact on George Orwell's life and on his novel "1984." Drawing parallels between Orwell's struggle with TB and the themes of isolation, surveillance, and control in the novel, it delves into how Orwell's personal...

In today’s lesson, we’ll put all our non-fiction know-how into practice! We’ll apply what we’ve learnt about techniques in previous Nailing Non-Fiction lessons to George Orwell’s ‘Politics and the English Language’. Using our unique...

Microsoft president Brad Smith told the BBC’s Panorama program that the authoritarian hell depicted in George Orwell’s novel, “1984”, could come to pass in 2024 if lawmakers didn’t protect the public against A.I.

In this video, you will learn how to look up information using VLOOKUP (Exact Match).

The animals prove that they can run Animal Farm on their own, all under the friendly guidance of the pigs. In fact, the pigs are so clever and diligent, they now have their own headquarters and special meals to maintain their health....

Winston waits inside a filthy cell with common criminals and political prisoners. He is stuck inside the Ministry of Love, where Big Brother is always watching. His worst nightmare is becoming a reality! Can Winston survive torture by...

The animals toil through a bitter winter to rebuild their ruined windmill - it’s a matter of honour! When a food shortage threatens the farm, Napoleon strikes a trade deal with the humans. How will the hens react to their harsh new...

Tensions mount between Napoleon and Snowball, Animal Farm’s cleverest pigs. When Snowball proposes they build a windmill, Napoleon responds in a way that leaves everyone in shock. Is Snowball a villain? When plans for the windmill...

In this video, I explore three early essays by George Orwell - 'The British Empire in Burma: How a Nation is Exploited', 'A Hanging', and 'Shooting an Elephant'. Orwell spent around 5 years in Burma in the Indian Imperial Police for the...

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Check out George Orwell's 1984 Video SparkNote: Quick and easy 1984 synopsis, analysis, and discussion of major characters and themes in the novel. For more 1984 resources, go to www.sparknotes.com/lit/1984.