Book Reviews of Animal Farm

An excellent comment on human and political relations. Quick read, too!

Fantastic, quick read and one of those books everyone "should" read at some point. Orwell makes you think and it really is spooky how some of the themes in this book echo what is going on in the world today.

What a great read! The book really helps to give an understanding of idealism and totalitarianism.

Pretty good read. In my opinion, it loses some of edge considering Communism is the least of the World's concerns nowadays. Still, if you're interested in a political satire, I definitely recommend this book.

I read this in high school but got so much more out of it when I read it a few years ago.
"A farm is taken over by its overworked, mistreated animals. With flaming idealism and stirring slogans, they set out to create a paradise of progress, justice, and equality. Thus the stage is set for one of the most telling satiric fables ever penned--a razor-edged fairy tale for grown ups that records the evolution from revolution against tyranny to a totalitarianism just as terrible. When Animal Farm was first published fifty years ago, Stalinest Russia was seen as its target. Today it is devastatingly clear that wherever and whenever freedom is attacked, under whatever banner, the cutting clarity and savage comedy of George Orwell's masterpiece has a meaning and message still ferociously fresh."

An easier read than 1984, but just as disturbing at the end. Either way, Big Brother is out to get us!

Awesome in its simplicity & truth.

One of my favorite reads of all time.

A modern classic.

fast read.

A favorite of mine from 8th grade and now my daughter is reading it and loving it also.

Who knew a story about farm animals could be so layered?

Animal Farm is fantastic- one of the books that we are required to read in school that is actually a joy. The commentary it creates on societies and totalitarianism is phenomenal. So much going on in this small book, you will need multiple reads. Every year or two I read it again and find new tidbits to pull out of its labyrinth of hidden meaning.

A book that holds up decades after it was written. If you enjoy this one, also read Aldous Huxley's "Brave New World". Both classics offer new views on a very current subject.

This is a "yesterday" book which is so pertinent to "today's issues". It describes the cycles of history:
oppression, revolution, freedom, prosperity, apathy, and back to tyranny and oppression. Very educational!

From the first page, I was hooked. It was an enjoyable plot all the way through. I think it's entertaining whether or not you are familiar with the Russian Revolution or not but it helps to compare them for more added effect. It's very short and easy to read. In my opinion, it's a must read. I've even ordered 1984 because I would like to read more George Orwell.

This book has been on my "to read" list for a while. A satire of Orwell's opinion on totalitarianism, particularly on Stalin's rule, it was an interesting read.

When the animals at the Manor Farm decide to have a rebellion and overthrow the humans things are good for a while. But when a stubborn pig named Napoleon takes over, things take a turn for the worse. The animals are turned into the slaves of the pigs, yet are constantly reminded how things are better for them now then under oppressive human rule.

This was a very quick read and also entertaining. It was actually very hard to put down, which surprised me. I was totally concerned about what was going to happen to the animals under Napoleon's rule. This is a very good read and points out a lot of problems with past and modern political systems. It details the evil of being politically ignorant in a humorous but very effective way. I was impressed with how convincing Napoleon's arguments to the animals were, from the outside it looks silly, but from the animals' perspective Napoleon seemed more reasonable than he should have.

This book teaches something that I think a lot of us are aware of from history, but it does it in a wonderfully engaging and humorous way. I was surprised at how easy to read and well-written this book was; it is a book that has aged well and will apply pretty much forever.

Overall I am glad I read it. I recommend that everyone pick up this book and give it a read through. It is a quick read and is something that will stick with you; a great cautionary tale about how government can lull the populace into submission while taking advantage of them.

If you havent read Animal Farm i highly recommend. Its a book that can be enjoyed by just about anyone. Younger folk would get a kick out of the animal antics. Adults will immediately draw the parrallels between Animal Farm and historical accounts of revolutions past and would be champions turned totalitarians.

I cant help but associate the Castro revolution with this story. It just seems so fitting.

Recently read again,very good! Applies today much as when it was written although different countries are the model today

A farm is taken over by its overworked, mistreated animals. With flaming idealism and stirring slogans, they set out to create a paradise of progress, justice, and equality. Thus the stage is set for one of the most telling satiric fables ever penned--a razor-edged fairy tale for grown-ups that records the evolution from revolution against tyranny to a totalitarianism just as terrible. When Animal Farm was first published, Stalinist Russia was seen as its target. Today it is devastatingly clear that wherever and whenever freedom is attacked, under whatever banner, the cutting clarity and savage comedy of George Orwell's masterpiece have a meaning and message still ferociously fresh.

"A wise, compassionate, and illuminating fable for our times."--New York Times

Having read almost all or George Orwells works, I find that ANIMAL FARM really shows what the HUMAN animal does to his fellows. I find myself quoting this book when discussing politics and the state of the human existance. This book is short enough that even those with short attention spans could finish it.

This is a classic whose message still holds true today. Gir anyone that has never read this book, you need to read it and you will enjoy it.

I read this book when I was in High School about 3yrs ago, so I may be a little rusty on the subject. I remember the just of it though. It was okay, I guess. I had rather watch the movie more so then read the book. If you watched Babe or something similiar to Babe then that is pretty much the book. There is also a movie called Animal Farm if I'm not mistaken. If you love animals and like them running things then this book is definitely for you=)

I really respect how well this allegory was made. I even understood it back in high school! I usually hate when animals talk and it's a big farm family, but the story is good enough that I can ignore that. Also, maybe it's just me, but I was scared reading this book. haha. I imagined pigs coming to attack me, but wtv....I was like 15. It's easy to read and just a great example of the genre

an allegory of Stalin's regime. one of my favorite books. the ending was a little disturbing, yet likable.

eh

A required "read" for high schoolers. A great classic.

George Orwell's masterpiece! A must read and a classic for our times.

great book, great look into the war

classic

An interesting farm!