George Orwell
1903-1950
Writing famous books that make people think about fairness, truth, and kindness
Early Life
George Orwell was born as Eric Arthur Blair in 1903 in India, which was part of the British Empire at the time. When he was young, his family moved to England, where he went to school and discovered a love for reading and writing.
As a child, Eric enjoyed books and ideas. He noticed how people treated one another and often thought about what was fair and unfair. These early thoughts helped shape the stories he would write later.
Becoming a Writer
Eric Arthur Blair chose the pen name **George Orwell** when he began writing. A pen name is a fake name writers use, and he picked one that sounded simple and strong.
Orwell worked many different jobs, including teaching and writing for newspapers. These experiences helped him understand everyday life and gave him ideas for his stories.
Famous Books
George Orwell is best known for two books: **Animal Farm** and **1984**. These stories are called *fiction*, which means they are made up, but they also share important messages.
*Animal Farm* uses animals as characters to tell a story about fairness and working together. *1984* imagines a future world and encourages readers to think about truth and freedom. Older kids and adults often read these books to learn from their lessons.
Ideas and Values
Orwell cared deeply about honesty, kindness, and standing up for others. He believed that words were powerful and that writers should use them carefully.
He wanted people to think for themselves and to be aware of how stories and information can shape our ideas.
Legacy
George Orwell passed away in 1950, but his books are still read all over the world today. His name has even become part of the English language, used to describe stories that warn about unfair rules.
Orwell is remembered as a writer who encouraged readers to think, ask questions, and care about doing what is right.
🎉 Fun Facts
George Orwell’s real name was Eric Arthur Blair.
He chose the name "George Orwell" because he wanted something simple and English-sounding.
Before becoming famous, he worked as a teacher and a newspaper writer.
The book *Animal Farm* uses talking animals to share its message.