Down and Out in Paris and London

Autori

• George Orwell

Parametri

• 240 pagine
• 9 ore di lettura

• Biografie e pensieri
• Mappe e viaggi
• Narrativa
• Saggistica
• Storia

Maggiori informazioni sul libro

The memoir offers a poignant glimpse into the harsh realities of poverty through the eyes of a young Orwell, who navigates life as a struggling writer and dishwasher in Paris. He details his experiences of extreme hardship, from pawning belongings for food to sharing survival tactics with fellow homeless individuals. With empathy and insight, Orwell highlights the plight of society's most vulnerable, reinforcing his belief that poverty is a profound evil. This account serves as both a personal narrative and a powerful social commentary.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2025