Keep the Aspidistra Flying

Autori

• George Orwell

Parametri

Pagine

244pagine

Tempo di lettura

9ore

• Classici
• Narrativa
• Politica
• Scienze politiche & Politica
• Storia

Maggiori informazioni sul libro

Set in 1930s London, the novel explores Gordon Comstock's struggle against societal norms that idolize wealth and status. His attempt to reject "the money-god" leads to a bleak existence, revealing the absurdity and insanity of this obsession. Through sharp satire, Orwell portrays Gordon as a flawed character whose radical rebellion ultimately proves ineffective, highlighting the complexities of resisting a corrupt system while grappling with one's own moral failures. The narrative critiques both societal pressures and personal choices in a harsh economic landscape.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2020