George Orwell, the pen name of Eric Arthur Blair (1903–1950), was an influential English writer, essayist, and critic best known for his novels 1984 and Animal Farm, both seminal dystopian literature. Orwell’s writing often focused on themes of totalitarianism, social injustice, and the misuse of political power, which he explored through sharp satire and thought-provoking narratives. Orwell’s essays, such as “Politics and the English Language” and “Shooting an Elephant,” are also highly regarded for their clarity and moral insight, examining the relationship between language and power, as well as imperialism and human behavior. His straightforward, unembellished style and commitment to social critique have made his works enduringly relevant, with themes that resonate in literature and political discourse.