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Language shapes reality and limits thought from "summary" of 1984 by Eric Arthur Blair, Eric Arthur
The control of language serves as a powerful instrument in the hands of the Party. By narrowing the range of words, the ability to think critically and independently diminishes. Newspeak, the official language, is designed to eliminate any possibility of rebellious thoughts. As vocabulary shrinks, so too does the scope of human thought. The concept of “thoughtcrime” becomes a looming specter; individuals are policed not just for their actions, but for their very thoughts. Every word stripped away from the lexicon is a brick removed from the foundation of personal freedom. When the word for freedom is obliterated, the idea itself becomes unthinkable. The Party’s manipulation of language is a technique to maintain its grip on power, ensuring citizens cannot even conceive of defiance. The slogans—such as “War is Peace” and “Freedom is Slavery”—serve to confuse and indoctrinate,...
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