George Orwell on Writing

[pegkerr]

Here's an intriguing essay on George Orwell, and his insights on writing. I've read his two most famous novels, Animal Farm and 1984, but none of his essays on writing. Must look them up.

In a way, it's oddly reassuring to consider that Orwell couldn't support himself by writing novels either--and he also often feared the loss of his creative powers.

Comments

[haniaw.livejournal.com]

This was a really good read. Thanks for posting the link. The links from (baldanders) are good too, but I'll have to wait to read all that when I get home from work.

BTW, I just finished reading "The Wild Swans". Wow. It was absolutely terrific. Of course, finishing the last few pages without my glasses while I wept copious tears was quite challenging but I persevered. Thanks for a beautiful book!

...Hania

[pegkerr.livejournal.com]

Thanks so much for letting me know that you liked it. That's the sort of reaction I like to hear about.