Animal Farm and Related Readings

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Summary: This is the worst book I have ever read.
Review: This book was terible. I was forced into reading this book in school. Which is no surprise, this is exactly the kind of book our government wants to force people to read, so they hand it to schools, and try to force us to read it. This book was written by a insane man named George Orwell, who hated society, and displayed that by bashing humanity, and making people look like lower lifeforms than animals. He used pigs to potray govermnent officials (which isn't a bad choice if you ask me), horses for hard working people, dogs as SS troops, etc... Throught this entire book, he constantly tries to show that humans are sick people, that will corrupt no matter what happens. To be honest I think this man is crazy and needs to be locked up.

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Summary: Great anology to the revolution!
Review: This book was not about a bunch of talking animals kicking their owners out and taking over the farm. Some people read the book and think, "Why do so many people read it and like it, when it's a kids story?" WRONG! Michael Eber, who wrote a review for this book put it perfectly. I'm young, but when I read this book, it put the whole subject into perspective. Wonderfully written!

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Summary: totaly kewl
Review: ok so im a teenager. not to mention a girl..but this book totaly rox(a.k.a. rocks) i would recomend it to anyone who doesnt like many types of books cause this is the only non sci_fi/horror book i've ever read and woa read it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Summary: One of the best by Orwell
Review: I have recently finished reading the book "animal Farm". It was by far one of the best books I have ever read. Different from Orwell's 1984, this book shows, what I think, how Russia was like when it went through their revolution in 1917. Czar Alexander is like the Humans and the pigs in the story are like the communists and Animal Farm (or Manor Farm) is like Russia. You just have to read it to understand it but it WILL be worthwhile.

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Summary: Not Realistic, But Interesting
Review: I found this book to be interesting because I liked the way the animals made a plan and attacked the humans. I agree with the animals because they should be treated nicely and cared for no matter what animal they are. it would be cool if that really happened. But in real life I'm sure it would not happen.

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Summary: Overthrowing of the government leaves them in the same place
Review: Animal Farm, obviously, is a novel that takes place on a farm with barnyard animals, but it is much more. It begins with oppression and a totalitarian government with the master of the farm as a dictator. The animals manage to overthrow their master and for a while everything seems fine. The animals are equal and happy. This cannot last because of greed. The animals go through many different types of government and then end up right back at the begining. This shows that communism does not work. Although everyone is equal in the begining, the greed and desire to have power will always lead to one having more than another.

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Summary: This was a very intriguing and very well written book!
Review: Animal Farm was well written and very expressive of the author's feelings about communism and the Russian revolution. I liked this allegory because it was very discriptive and oppinionated. I also like its pace. It keeps at a faster pace which is a challenge I enjoy. I read this book in one night and could not put it down until I was finished (at 2 o'clock in the morning). I also liked how George Orwell used animals as symbols, like Boxer the horse, aka. common hard working man. Also I thought it interesting that he chose pigs to represent the smart and leader types. I thought it was probably because pigs and men look the same in a way, or at least look like the stereotypical bussiness/farming man. The book was also thought provoking, especially the title. When you pick it up and read : 'Animal Farm: A Fairy Story' you would think it would be a book you could read children to sleep with, but once you read it you realize the political content. I would recomend this book to anyone and everyone who could get their hands on it, except children under 11. Unless the kid is above average and knows of the events in Russia, I recomend that they wait until they are able to comprehend the meaning before trying to read this novel. I loved the book and its creative style. I definitely give this book the best rating, meaning it's the best book I've ever read.

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Summary: One of the most excellent books depicting socialism...
Review: By far one of the best novels I have ever read dealing with a troublesome topic. Orwell masterfully describes Socialism and its shortcomings, and he does it in such a way that it is enjoyable. I highly recommend this book to anyone who really wants to discover excellent literature.

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Summary: A book with great relevancy to today.
Review: It is a great misconception that Animal farm is soley about communism. It bares much relevance in todays capitalist society. It is a must read for people who are sceptical of globalization and who find the word democracy being misrepresented. Once again a brilliant book, which opens ones eyes to the intrinsic misdeeds of society today.

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Summary: This is a very good book
Review: this book is extremely good. It is on of my very favorite books. It touched me, even when I first read it, in fourth grade. I didn't fully understand it then, so I wouldn't reccomend this book for people that young. This book is very very good. That is about all I can say about it. You should read it.