Humanity is stripped away in the pursuit of power from "summary" of 1984, Animal Farm (Set of 2 Books) by Orwell George
The relentless quest for power can lead individuals down a path that ultimately erodes their very humanity. In the pursuit of dominance and control, moral compasses are discarded, and ethical boundaries are crossed without hesitation. This theme is poignantly portrayed in the works of George Orwell, where characters in '1984' and 'Animal Farm' sacrifice their humanity in the ruthless pursuit of power. In '1984', the character of Big Brother epitomizes this loss of humanity in the pursuit of power. Through constant surveillance and manipulation, Big Brother exerts control over every aspect of the citizens' lives in Oceania. The Party's relentless pursuit of power strips away individuality, emotion, and free will, reducing people to mere tools for the state. Winston, the protagonist, experiences firsthand the dehumanizing effects of the Party's power, as he struggles to maintain his sense of self in a society that seeks to crush all traces of humanity. Similarly, 'Animal Farm' illustrates how power can corrupt even the noblest of intentions. The pi...
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