... changes symbolic in not only his actions and thoughts but many of his surrounding objects. It is through items such as his diary and paper weight that we are introduced to Winston's strength and perseverance. Meanwhile, we come to understand Winston's change in character and weaknesses through his fear of ... rats and the shattering of his paper weight. It is through the course of the beginning and middle of 1984 that we view Winston as a strong and rebellious character. He stands up ... party speaks of is artificial and without substantial support. Winston's perseverance against the par...

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... rebellion towards the society. This is rebellion because the government doesn't want any of the people in Oceania to have freedom to think for themselves. Winston also purchased a coral paper weight that he described as "a beautiful thing" on page 105, from the same small antique shop. Winston had to clandestine his purchases from the telescreens because this was also ... ...

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... to represent the characteristics of those involved in the Russian Revolution is largely efficient and effective. His naive narrative voice which recounting the tragic tale of the animals adds a heavy weight to the concerns he raises. The irony adding a dark humour somehow makes us doubt our own beliefs. His warning of the risks of uncontrolled power is rather easily understood through ... ...

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... , the animals had nothing to eat but chaff and mangels. Starvation seemed to stare them in the face" (page 85). At the same time, Squealer was eating his own weight in expensive food and even getting drunk. Right after the rebellion, 7 commandments were made, and one of them stated that no animals should drink alcohol. But, after finding Mr. Jones ... ...

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