> Skip to content
Play sample
  • Published: 5 November 2024
  • ISBN: 9780241706985
  • Imprint: Penguin Classics
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 160
  • RRP: $26.00

Animal Farm





A special student edition of Orwell's classic fable, with an introduction and study notes

When the downtrodden animals of Manor Farm overthrow their master Mr Jones and take over the farm themselves, they imagine it is the beginning of a life of freedom and equality. But gradually a cunning, ruthless élite among them starts to take control, and the animals find themselves hopelessly ensnared as one form of tyranny is replaced with another.

This special student edition of George Orwell’s chilling satire is specifically designed for readers who are studying the text in detail, featuring:

  • Extra-wide margins to leave space for notes
  • An introduction and notes by Orwell expert Ronald Carter
  • Character sketches
  • Chapter summaries
  • A chronology
  • Language notes
  • A selection of questions and topics for discussion and analysis
  • Published: 5 November 2024
  • ISBN: 9780241706985
  • Imprint: Penguin Classics
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 160
  • RRP: $26.00

About the author

George Orwell

George Orwell (1903–1950) is one of England's most famous writers and social commentators. He is the author of the classic political satire Animal Farm and the dystopian masterpiece Nineteen Eighty-Four. He is also well known for his essays and journalism, particularly his works covering his travels and his time fighting in the Spanish Civil War. His writing is celebrated for its piercing clarity, purpose and wit and his books continue to be bestsellers all over the world.

Also by George Orwell

See all