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How Did George Orwell Predict Mind Control Today?

George Orwell, actually born Eric Arthur Blair on 25 June 1903, was one of the most seminal writers in history, profoundly predicting several aspects of the world today through his literature.

He effectively explored the themes of mass media control, government surveillance, totalitarianism and how a dictator can manipulate and control history, thoughts, and lives in such a way that no one can escape it.


But how has that come true exactly?


This is the story of George Orwell - what shaped his approach, and the truth behind his legendary books.

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