Down and Out in Paris and London (eBook)

Eric Arthur Blair (Autor)

Eric Arthur Blair (Herausgeber)

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2022
161 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654718579-6 (EAN)

Infos

In "Down and Out in Paris and London," Eric Arthur Blair, better known by his pen name George Orwell, presents a poignant and unflinching narrative of poverty and disenfranchisement in the early 20th century. Employing a semi-autobiographical style, Orwell intricately weaves personal anecdotes with a broader sociopolitical commentary, exploring the stark realities of life among the destitute. The book, divided into two parts, chronicles his experiences in Paris's working-class underbelly and the grim existence of the homeless in London, artfully capturing the degradation and resilience found in these urban landscapes. Orwell's vivid prose and keen observations forge a deep emotional connection with the reader, exemplifying the bleakness of the socio-economic plight faced by many during this period. George Orwell was deeply influenced by his early life experiences and the socio-political climate of his time. Born to a British colonial family in India, he later lived in various economically gloomy environments, which instilled in him a sense of social justice and compassion for the marginalized. His clear, vigorous writing style and commitment to truth render his portrayal of hardship not merely a personal account but a broader critique of the societal structures that perpetuate inequality. "Down and Out in Paris and London" is an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the intersection of poverty and society. Orwell's penetrating insights and evocative language not only provide a historical snapshot of socio-economic hardships but also resonate with contemporary issues of inequality and class struggle. Readers interested in social justice, literature, and human rights will find this work to be both enriching and enlightening.

Autor

Eric Arthur Blair, known by his pen name George Orwell, was an English novelist, essayist, journalist, and critic whose work is characterized by lucid prose, biting social criticism, opposition to totalitarianism, and outspoken support of democratic socialism. Born on June 25, 1903, in Motihari, British India, Orwell's keen sense of social injustice led him to often focus on the hardships endured by the destitute and the oppressed. 'Down and Out in Paris and London' (1933), a memoir in two parts on poverty in two European cities, is the first full-length work that displayed his signature concern with poverty and the powerful imagery that would also saturate his later work. His clear, direct style sought to describe personal experiences of the everyday individual while contextualizing the broader societal implications. Orwell's prominent novels, including 'Animal Farm' (1945) and 'Nineteen Eighty-Four' (1949), furthered his reputation as a venerated writer adept at exploring the themes of totalitarianism, truth, and the manipulation of language. Through his work, Orwell became one of the most admired English-language essayists of the twentieth century, noted for his insight on issues from colonialism to English culture, and his advocacy for political change. Orwell passed away on January 21, 1950, but his works remain crucial literary touchstones, reflecting his deep commitment to addressing the major political and social issues of the time.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.8.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Soziologie ► Spezielle Soziologien
• Schlagworte: 1930s Paris and London • authentic human experience • Author's early experiences • autobiographical novels • Bohemian lifestyle literature • Bohemian Paris • British expatriates • Classic literary realism • England • European capital struggles • European classics • France • George Orwell novels • gritty first-person account • historical socioeconomic issues • Immersion journalism • Literary depictions of hardship • London • Memoir • Non-fiction • Orwellian themes • Paris • Paris London experiences • Poverty in literature • Poverty literature • Pseudoautobiographical novel • resilience in destitution • social commentary fiction • social commentary narrative • Social injustice • Sociology • survival in hardship • survival narratives • Underclass experiences • unflinching realism prose • urban poverty memoir • working-class life