Explore the theme of Betrayal in Animal Farm.
Explore the theme of Betrayal in Animal Farm George Orwell wrote animal farm in 1945. This story was written as a satiric fable inspired in the betrayal of the Soviet leaders to their own ideals. In the story we can clearly see how the pigs (smart animals) took advantage of the other animals breaking the ideals of the revolution inside the farm to benefit them selves. The story shows how people in that society were not free, that they were as before the revolution, and how the ideals were betrayed. At the beginning, Orwell explains the poverty and suffering of the animals at the farm, and how the "enemy" is Mr. Jones and the other humans and how the animals must overcome Mr. Jones´ power. Old Major's (Karl Marx) philosophy and dreams are somehow expressed with his speeches, they are very convincing to the animals which are as naïve as the old Major himself. And this is an interesting point on Orwell's point of view, he thinks of Marx as the great philosopher of change, but he thinks this is an ideal, naïve. Then, old Major dies and later the animals carry out the expected revolt but by then, two pigs Snowball (Trotsky) and Napoleon (Stalin) have taught themselves to read write, and a list of the 7 commandments is written: . Whatever goes upon two legs is an enemy 2. Whatever goes upon four legs, or has wings, is a friend. 3. No animal shall wear clothes. 4. No
Compare and Contrast the authorial intent of George Orwell in 'Animal Farm' and H.G.Wells in 'Stolen Bacillus'. How do they achieve their aims?
Compare and Contrast the authorial intent of George Orwell in 'Animal Farm' and H.G.Wells in 'Stolen Bacillus'. How do they achieve their aims? H.G.Wells was born in 1866 and died in 1946; he was the author of many books including 'Time Machine', 'The Invisible Man' and 'The Stolen Bacillus'. He wrote stories that were fantasy and science fiction. He was born in Bromley, Kent where he was the youngest of three sons. When his father injured himself whilst playing professional cricket Wells was forced into work at the age of thirteen. His mother started work as a housekeeper where Wells secretly spent time studying the books in the library. He went on to win a scholarship to study science at the present, Imperial College, London. He was concerned about social justice and so joined the 'The Fabian Society' where they wanted to bring about a fairer society. George Orwell, who was born in 1903, had a pen name of Eric Arthur Blair. He wrote 'Animal Farm' in 1945 to reflect his lifelong distrust of the autocratic government. After his contribution in the Spanish Civil War his thoughts on communism were disillusioned. These thoughts encouraged him to write his books. Most of his books are based on his views or beliefs and his experiences during his life. Both Wells and Orwell wanted a better society and they both used the same method to get it. In each of their novels they used
"All animals are equal but some animals are more equal than others". Discuss how the seven commandments became one in Orwell's "animal farm"?
"All animals are equal but some animals are more equal than others". Discuss how the seven commandments became one in Orwell's "animal farm"? Throughout this assignment I will be discussing how the pigs, also broke the seven commandments that were made up by the pigs. In the novel it doesn't take long before the pigs start to abuse power over the rest of the animals therefore the first stepping-stone to breaking the rules. The 1st rule and commandment they break is the 7th, "all animals are equal". The cows hadn't been milked in over 24hours. The pigs send for buckets and after along time the cows are eventually milked quite successfully. When that was finished, someone asked what would happen to the milk. The hens told how Jones used to mix the milk with their mash. Napoleon quickly distracts them from the milk by standing in front of it shouting, "That will be attended to. The harvest is more important. Comrade Snowball shall lead the way. I shall follow in a few minutes". He made the rest of the farm animals go on because he and the rest of the pigs drink the milk and the other animals do all the fieldwork. Not so long after that, the pigs also kept apples that had started to ripen. When one of the animals questioned this, the pigs sent Squealer with an explanation. Squealer told them that the pigs needed the food so that they could build up their energy in
"All animals are equal, some are more equal than others" - How is the truth of this statement demonstrated in Animal Farm?
"All animals are equal, some are more equal than others" How is the truth of this statement demonstrated in Animal Farm? Chapter ten which is the final chapter in Animal Farm by George Orwell contains a single phrase, which sums up the book. This is "ALL ANIMALS ARE EQUAL BUT SOME ANIMALS ARE MORE EQUAL THAN OTHERS." Throughout the book this is demonstrated on Animal Farm and we can see exactly why this statement contradicts what was going on in the book, which is based on the trouble that Russia were in when Stalin came to power. Animal Farm started with a dream, a dream of old Major's, which was for the animals of England specifically the Manor Farm to rebel against the humans, take over the farm, and live at peace amongst them. This dream soon became a reality for the animals of the Manor Farm as they defeated their master, Mr. Jones, in the Battle of Cowshed with their battle cry "Four legs good, two legs bad", and took over the farm which they renamed Animal Farm. The first leader was Snowball who ruled along with his fellow pigs and kept Major's dream alive, only to be expelled from the farm soon after he took over. The next leader was Napoleon, who brought a whole new type of autocratic government to the Animal Farm. The farm which was supposed to be equal and free of class had a distinct governing body or "upper class" with the pigs and a distinct "working class"
"Animal Farm" by George Orwell and "The Stolen Bacillus" by H.G. wells both explore the authors' views of society in which they live. Looking at the plot and language of both pieces, analyse how the stories reflect the authors' views.
"Animal Farm" by George Orwell and "The Stolen Bacillus" by H.G. wells both explore the authors' views of society in which they live. Looking at the plot and language of both pieces, analyse how the stories reflect the authors' views. "Animal Farm" and "The Stolen Bacillus" are two very interesting stories. "Animal Farm" is an allegory, this means it can be enjoyed at two level. It is an extended metaphor, to the well-known Russian Revolution. The "Stolen Bacillus" is about science fiction; there isn't a clear hidden meaning. However there is a small moral to the story, which is if science gets into the wrong hands then it can be extremely dangerous and can have some devastating results. There are reasons to why George Orwell wrote "Animal Farm" in an allegory, and to fully understand and interpret the novel one must know the reasons. George Orwell wanted to express how he felt about the Russian Revolution, and highlight the horrors that it had. The meaning of the story was very realistic, not a story that will please the reader with a happy ending, it reflects the truth. The story also expresses how theory can be very different, for example how an ideology like communism will only work in theory not in practise. This is because of many reasons but the main one is that by nature people will usually be selfish and greedy. The story also shows how due to human nature any
"Animal Farm" is often read as a critique against Soviet communism, which it is and was clearly meant to be. But it is much more general than that. It is a warning that all who desire to be political leaders are suspect. George Orwell.
Well first for some delightful information about the book, and the author. "Animal Farm" is often read as a critique against Soviet communism, which it is and was clearly meant to be. But it is much more general than that. It is a warning that all who desire to be political leaders are suspect. George Orwell, after all, is the man who said, "That rifle on the wall of the laborer's cottage or working class flat is the symbol of democracy. It is our job to see that it stays there!" Some--probably most--events in the book are clearly taken from the Russian experience. The animals all address themselves as "comrade", for example. And the fight between Napoleon and Snowball seems a near parallel to that between Stalin and Trotsky. But others seem to be taken directly from the American experience. The animals are Irish and English, kicking out their English overlord. But that's the only general inoration i actually know... so here's to my actual review... Well, How would you handle being underfed, overworked, naive, unequal and absolutely controlled? Would you feel like all your work was being done for the good of someone else? What if you had evidence you were being lied to, which disappeared or was changed? What if you became trapped by an absolute and supreme leader? At the beginning of the story, an old boar, called Old Major, gathers the animals at Manor Farm. He tells
"Animal Farm" was first published in 1945 at the end of the Second World War. George Orwell called it a "fairy story". What do you think the book has to say about the time at which it was written and about other times in history?
"Animal Farm" was first published in 1945 at the end of the Second World War. George Orwell called it a "fairy story". What do you think the book has to say about the time at which it was written and about other times in history? The book animal farm can be read on two levels. Firstly as an animal fable which is a form of old story where the animals behave in a way that is seen to be half animal and half human. In this particular book the animals take on their qualities and actions but are able to talk. The animal fable tells a lesson and has a moral behind it and so it is directed at a younger audience. This book can also be seen as an allegory with a hidden meaning behind the writing. Although Orwell describes it as a "fairy story" it can also be interpreted as a very satirical piece or writing which is very hard-hitting, writing about the pursuit of power in order to achieve their own goals. In a traditional you would not be surmised to meet talking animal's, all the main characters in this book are talking animals and they can also be seen talking to humans. They all do seem to take on human characteristics as well. In a traditional fairy story many of the characters are often stereotyped in order to draw attention to certain human weaknesses. This is very evident in animal farm for example where Mr Jones is portrayed as being lazy, self-indulged and self centred "but
"Both behaviourists and ethologists rely on studies of non-human animals to formulate theirlltheories" Discuss the use of non-human animals in psychological research
"Both behaviourists and ethologists rely on studies of non-human animals to formulate theirlltheories" Discuss the use of non-human animals in psychological research Animals used in research have proved to be an important factor for the uses of medicine, for example Flemming found the use of penicillin was an effective antibiotic when it was used on mice. Since 1822, legislation has limited how scientists use animals. In the UK, the use of animals in psychological investigations has been constrained by ethical and moral guidelines. Current UK legislation in the Animals Scientific Procedures Act 1986 states that all animal research must only take place in a laboratory that are institutionally licensed for animal research. It must be apart of an approved research project. The license will only be given out if the potential results could justify the use of the animals and if the research cannot be done using non animal methods. Also the research must be done with minimum numbers of animals and if discomfort and harm is also kept minimal. This act has been enforced by a team of inspectors who visit the research laboratories approximately eight times a year to make sure they are sticking to these rules. The "three Rs" was published to reinforce the humane treatment of laboratory animals. Reduction aimed to reduce the number of animals used in the experiment. Replacement
"Compare the ways in which each author uses language and structure in their dystopian views of the f
"Compare the ways in which each author uses language and structure in their dystopian views of the future and discuss what may have influenced the authors in their writings of the text" The two texts '1984' and 'The Handmaids Tale' are both written as dystopias. '1984' written by George Orwell in 1948 is supposedly the basis of Margaret Atwood's novel 'The Handmaids Tale' which was written in 1985. These novels are products of two different historical contexts. 'The Handmaids Tale' was written during a time of great feminist movements whereas 1984 was developed in Stalin's five-year plan and the war that interrupted it. The novelists therefore reflect these contexts in their writing style as they look at dystopian examples of the future. The two authors structure their dystopias in different ways; one way is by the use of language. Language operates within two categories one is language as a means of a controlling force, for '1984' this would be Oceania and for 'The Handmaids Tale', Gilead. The second area is resistance. Atwood chose religious rhetoric whilst Orwell chose Newspeak, both new languages are full of discourse. The author's styles also create the dystopian environment. Atwood uses elaborate language rich in imagery where as Orwell's language is blunt direct and immediate. The structure of the novel is also comparative. 'The Handmaids Tale' is set into chapters
"Deer Farming in Australia".
Agricultural Studies - Alternative Farming Assignment "Deer Farming in Australia" While deer farming may be new, humans have a long history of game consumption. Archaeological evidence shows humans have been eating game, including venison, for far longer than today's main meat industries - chicken, beef, lamb and pork. Middle and later Stone Age Europeans may have also domesticated deer in some form, before turning to the more versatile cattle and sheep, which provided not only meat, but milk, hides and wool, fat for lighting and traction power also. In the east, Chinese farmers have kept deer in enclosures for centuries, while more recently Korean and Taiwanese farmers have kept deer as a source of supply for velvet antlers and other products. These have featured in oriental medicine for at least 2000 years. It's really only within the last 30 years that deer have been successfully introduced into modern farming systems, and been subject to domestication and genetic selection. Farmers in Europe, the Americas, Australia and New Zealand saw the opportunities offered by deer for the production of a "new" meat. It's low in fat and therefore appeals to the sensitivities of modern, health-conscious consumers. Other farmers have also actively bred for velvet antler growth, to meet the needs of the traditional Korean market. Deer farming around the world is much more widespread
