Somehow I had never read this book before I started reading the Modern Library's list. (I don't know how I missed reading it in high school.) I, of course, knew basically what is was about and was familiar with the term "Big Brother," so I wasn't looking forward to it. I am not generally a fan of fiction about future "utopian" societies that are actually really terrible social structures, so I didn't have very high expectations when I began reading. Due to the human element and the somewhat surprising ending, I actually really liked it. (It certainly isn't an optimistic, happy book, though, so be prepared to be sad.) It is a quick, easy read as well. It's definitely worth the time.
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