George Orwell, author portrait

George Orwell

George Orwell (1903–1950) served with the Imperial Police in Burma, fought with the Republicans during the Spanish Civil War, and was a member of the Home Guard and a writer for the BBC during World War II. He is the author of many works of nonfiction and fiction. He is best known for his novels 1984 and Animal Farm.
Burmese Days, Keep the Aspidistra Flying, Coming Up for Air
Political Leadership
Why I Write
1984
Animal Farm
Orwell: Essays
Animal Farm
1984

Books

Burmese Days, Keep the Aspidistra Flying, Coming Up for Air
Political Leadership
Why I Write
1984
Animal Farm
Orwell: Essays
Animal Farm
1984

Books for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Every May we celebrate the rich history and culture of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. Browse a curated selection of fiction and nonfiction books by AANHPI creators that we think your students will love. Find our full collection of titles for Higher Education here.

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