Writing

George Orwell

Born 25 June 1903 · Motihari, Bengal Presidency, British India · Died 21 January 1950 at 46

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.