Glass-and-Sand

Futile musings of an old ghost

Tag: Orwell

  • The Legacy of Orwell: Lessons for Today’s Writers 121

    The Legacy of Orwell: Lessons for Today’s Writers 121

    This content reflects on the enduring relevance of George Orwell’s work, particularly “1984,” in today’s society marked by political manipulation and surveillance. Orwell critiques post-war Western politicians for neglecting colonial issues and simplifying economic systems, while highlighting contemporary writers like Margaret Atwood and Arundhati Roy as vital observers of societal challenges.

  • Permanent Convenient Fallacies 5

    Permanent Convenient Fallacies 5

    The author questions the feasibility and desirability of permanently banning words. They argue that words’ meanings evolve and banning them is futile due to human nature. They list words like ‘obvious’, ‘evidence’, and ‘denial’ as potential candidates due to their misuse. The author ultimately opposes word bans, advocating for freedom of expression.