Animal Farm: A Work of
Committed Art
A presentation exploring George Orwell's powerful allegory as committed art
that denounces tyranny and the corruption of revolutionary ideals.
par Yanis VEYRAT
YV
Why Animal Farm? Why
Committed Art?
Novel by George Orwell (1945)
Animals criticize dictatorships
Allegory
Farm animals represent political figures
Essential Question
How is this book committed art?
What is Committed Art?
Takes a stand
Art with a cause
Denounces injustice
Opposes inequality
Provokes action
Makes people think
The Historical Context
11917
Russian Revolution begins
21924-1953
Stalin's regime
31945
Animal Farm published
4Post-WWII
Warning about dictatorships
The Story in a Nutshell
Rebellion
Animals overthrow Farmer Jones
Dream
Animals establish equality
Corruption
Pigs seize control
New Tyranny
"Some more equal than others"
Main Characters & What They Symbolize
Napoleon (pig)
Stalin - dictator
Snowball (pig)
Trotsky - idealist
Old Major (pig)
Marx/Lenin - visionary
Boxer (horse)
Working class - loyal
Mollie (mare)
Bourgeoisie - indifferent
Benjamin (donkey)
Intellectuals - cynical
Leadership and Corruption
Napoleon
Uses fear
Employs propaganda
Seeks power
Snowball
Promotes progress
Believes in equality
Has ideals
Symbols & Memorable
Quotes
The Farm
Represents society
The Windmill
Hope and manipulation
Famous Quote
"All animals are equal, but some are more equal than others."
Propaganda Slogan
"Four legs good, two legs bad."
Artistic Techniques
Allegory
Animals represent humans
Satire
Mocks political corruption
Simplicity
Accessible to all readers
Legacy as Committed Art
Timeless Warning
Against power corruption
Universal Appeal
Applies to all regimes
Critical Thinking
Encourages questioning authority
Artistic Impact
Inspired countless works
