1984 (Nineteen Eighty-Four)

This striking hardback edition presents George Orwell‘‘s foundational tale of dystopian fiction, 1984, featuring new, full-colour illustrations by Jason Millet. Under the watchful eyes of Big Brother, the people of Oceania must submit totally to their government and suppress all expressions of individuality. Telescreens are everywhere, helicopters hover around buildings, and the Thought Police are constantly on alert. Despite the threat of severe punishment, diligent desk clerk Winston Smith sits down to write a diary which begins his quiet resistance against the regime. Arguably the twentieth century‘‘s most famous novel, 1984 is a dystopian study of political tyranny, mind control, paranoia and secret mass surveillance, which continues to resonate to this day. This beautiful hardback edition contains the classic, unabridged text, presented with specially-commissioned, full-colour illustrations and beautifully ed endpapers. Part of the Arcturus Illustrated Classics series, this book makes wonderful gift for any lover of classic literature. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Illustrated Classics series brings together handsome hardcover editions of classic works, beautifully presented with full-colour, specially-commissioned illustrations, patterned endpapers and dust jackets.