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In at least 150 words, explain how George Orwell's early life influenced the personal beliefs that were reflected in his writings.

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I just added on to what the other guy said:

He was aware of social injustice, opposed totalitarianism, and belief in democratic socialism. According to John McNair during an Interview with Ian Angus UCL 1964, Orwell is quoted as saying I've come to fight against Fascism" when he went to Spain to aide in the Spanish civil war against the fascists. This would tend to indicate that he was anti-NAZI. Throughout the story, he shows the corruption of the pigs by having parallel events with those of communist and fascist countries. The way the power is usurped and the way it is maintained is very similar to how Lenin took over Soviet Russia.

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He was aware of social injustice, opposed totalitarianism, and belief in democratic socialism.

According to John McNair during an Interview with Ian Angus UCL 1964, Orwell is quoted as saying I've come to fight against Fascism" when he went to Spain to aide in the Spanish civil war against the fascists. This would tend to indicate that he was anti-NAZI.

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Sorry it's not a hundred fifty words, but it's the best i can do.

Hope it helps, though!

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