Quote by George Orwell

War is Peace Freedom is Slavery Ignorance is Strength

War is Peace Freedom is Slavery Ignorance is Strength

Summary

This quote is from George Orwell's dystopian novel, "1984." It exemplifies the totalitarian regime's ideology, referred to as "doublethink." In this society, the government manipulates language to control and deceive the citizens. "War is Peace" conveys that perpetual conflict enables stability and control. "Freedom is Slavery" implies that individual freedoms lead to chaos, while submitting to authority ensures security. Lastly, "Ignorance is Strength" highlights the power of ignorance in maintaining government control, as an uninformed populace is easier to manipulate and oppress. This quote serves as a critique of authoritarianism and a warning of the dangerous consequences of language manipulation.

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By George Orwell

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