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One of the most thought-provoking and vivid essayists of the twentieth century, George Orwell fought the injustices of his time with singular vigor through pen and paper. In this selection of essays, Orwell discusses, in the uncompromising language for which he is famous, such diverse subjects as his boyhood schooling, the Spanish Civil War, comic postcards, Henry Miller, British Imperialism, and the profession of writing. The works collected here range from the relatively unfamiliar to the more celebrated, featuring “Such, Such Were the Joys,” “Shooting an Elephant,” “Politics and the English Language,” and Why I Write.” Perfect for those new to Orwell’s work and a wonderful compilation for the experienced Orwell reader, A Collection of Essays is an invaluable anthology.
