Revolution without vigilance leads to tyranny from "summary" of Animal Farm by George Orwell by George Orwell
The animals on Manor Farm had lived under the oppressive rule of Mr. Jones for years, suffering from hunger, overwork, and neglect. Their revolution, led by the pigs, was a moment of hope and liberation. They successfully overthrew their human oppressor and established Animal Farm, a society where all animals were equal and free. However, as time passed, the pigs, particularly Napoleon and Snowball, began to consolidate their power. They gradually shifted the principles of Animalism, the philosophy that guided the revolution, to suit their own interests. The other animals, caught up in their daily work and struggles, failed to notice these subtle changes. Napoleon, in his quest for absolute power, used fear, manipulation, and propaganda to control the other animals. He altered the commandments of Animalism to justify his actions, breaking the very principles on which the revolution was based. The animals, who had once fought for freedom and equality, found themselves living under a new form of tyranny. The lack of vigilance among the animals allowed Napoleon to rise to power unchecked. His reign of terror mirrored that of Mr. Jones, and the animals realized too late that they had traded one oppressor for another. The pigs, who had once been comrades, now lived in luxury while the other animals toiled in misery.- Reminding readers of the importance of remaining vigilant and questioning authority, even in times of change and upheaval. The animals' failure to stay true to the principles of their revolution ultimately led to their downfall, demonstrating the dangerous consequences of complacency and blind trust.
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