Animal Farm (Select Classics)

Animal Farm is a short allegorical novel that tells the story of a group of farm animals who rebel against their human owner in hopes of creating a society based on equality and freedom. Initially driven by idealism, the revolution gradually deteriorates as the pigs, led by Napoleon, seize power and manipulate the other animals. Through this simple yet powerful narrative, Orwell exposes how power can corrupt and how revolutionary ideals can be betrayed. The novel is widely seen as a critique of totalitarian regimes, particularly reflecting events surrounding the Russian Revolution.