Originally published in 1949, this new graphic novel edition of the dystopian classic, powerfully illustrated by Matya Namai, reveals Winston's fight against the Party in all its horror and futility. Rarely has one book ever been so rich in political and social criticism as 1984. But a seed of dissent grows in Winston one that will bring him into direct conflict with the Party, and with devastating consequences. Such thought crime is, in fact, the worst of all crimes. Even thinking rebellious thoughts is illegal. Now, the Party is forcing the use of an invented language called Newspeak which will prevent political insurgency by eliminating all words related to it. The Party controls everything in Oceania, even the people's history and language. Everywhere Winston goes, even his own home, the Party watches him through telescreens everywhere he looks he sees the face of the Party's seemingly omniscient leader, Big Brother. Winston Smith is a low-ranking member of the ruling Party in the nation of Oceania.
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