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"1984" is a dystopian novel written by George Orwell and published in 1949. The story is set in a totalitarian society ruled by the Party and its leader, Big Brother. The protagonist, Winston Smith, works for the Party rewriting historical records to fit its propaganda. As he begins to rebel against the oppressive regime, he faces severe consequences and the constant surveillance of the Thought Police. The novel explores themes of government surveillance, manipulation, and the impact of totalitarianism on individual freedom.