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Dystopian societies thrive on fear and oppression from "summary" of 1984 by Eric Arthur Blair, Eric Arthur
Fear pervades every aspect of life, shaping the thoughts and actions of individuals. The omnipresent surveillance apparatus, epitomized by the telescreens, ensures that citizens are never truly alone. The Party's slogan, “Big Brother is watching you,” serves as a constant reminder that any deviation from the norm is met with dire consequences. This creates a society in which the inhabitants are not only monitored but conditioned to self-censor their thoughts and behaviors. Oppression manifests through the manipulation of truth. The Ministry of Truth fabricates history, altering facts to align with the Party’s ever-shifting narratives. Reality becomes malleable, with citizens forced to accept whatever the Party decrees as truth. This psychological manipulation fosters a sense of helplessness, stri...
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