About “Politics and the English language”
"Politics and the English Language" (1946) is an essay by George Orwell that criticized the poor quality of written English in his time. He argued that political ideas often led to the misuse and corruption of language. The essay is often referenced in discussions about how language is used to influence public opinion, especially in political contexts. It highlights the relationship between political thought and the way language is employed to shape perceptions. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.)
Book details
- Published
- 1947
- Latest edition
- 1947 · ISBN 9780141393063
- ISBN
- 9780141393063
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How many pages is Politics and the English language?
Politics and the English language by George Orwell has 18 pages.
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