Animal Farm

<p>One of the most celebrated works of modern literature, <i>Animal Farm</i> is George Orwell''s satire on the Russian Revolution of 1917 and Stalin''s subsequent rule. It tells the story of the animals of Manor Farm, as they rise up against the drunken farmer Mr Jones and the ensuing leadership battle between two pigs, Snowball and Napoleon. They set in motion their ''system of thought'', Animalism, a clear play on Communism, with seven tenets including, ''All animals are equal but some animals are more equal than others.''<br><br>This <b>elegant pocket hardback edition </b>has real collector''s appeal, featuring the classic, unabridged text, a<b> facsimile of Orwell''s signature</b> on the title page, <b>silver</b> <b>gilded page edges </b>and <b>beautifully designed endpapers</b>. Part of the <i>Arcturus</i> <i>Ornate Classics</i> series this book makes wonderful gift for any lover of classic literature.<br><br><b>ABOUT THE SERIES:</b> <i>Arcturus Ornate Classics</i> are beautifully bound editions of iconic literary works across history. These compact, foil-embossed hardbacks are printed using deluxe ivory paper and make the perfect gift.</p>