Writing
George Orwell
1903-1950
Known for Nineteen Eighty-Four, Animal Farm.
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Born06/25/1903
Died01/21/1950
AgeDied at 46
BirthplaceMotihari, Bengal Presidency, British India
DepartmentWriting
Also known asEric Arthur Blair
Biography
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.
