... of Winston's thought, state of mind and emotional well-being. The language used is simplistic, with little use of metaphors or even similes. The first simile, in chapter one, "gulped down like a dose of medicine", describes perfectly to ... Orwell prefers to use descriptions that are specific and naturalistic, "It was a bright cold day in April, and the clocks were striking thirteen." This opening sentence by the narrator has already placed the story for the reader. ... Brien. This would further be supported by the fact that O"Brien has been watching over Winston's conduct from the begi...

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