This striking hardback edition presents George Orwell's foundational tale of dystopian fiction, 1984, featuring new, full-colour illustrations by Jason Millet. Under   the watchful eyes of Big Brother, the people of Oceania must submit   totally to their government and suppress all expressions of   individuality. Telescreens are everywhere, helicopters hover around   buildings, and the Thought Police are constantly on alert. Despite the   threat of severe punishment, diligent desk clerk Winston Smith sits down   to write a diary which begins his quiet resistance against the regime. Arguably the twentieth century's most famous novel, 1984   is a dystopian study of political tyranny, mind control, paranoia and   secret mass surveillance, which continues to resonate to this day. This   beautiful hardback edition contains the classic, unabridged text,   presented with specially-commissioned, full-colour illustrations and   beautifully designed endpapers. Part of the Arcturus Illustrated Classics series, this book makes wonderful gift for any lover of classic literature. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Illustrated Classics   series brings together handsome hardcover editions of classic works,   beautifully presented with full-colour, specially-commissioned   illustrations, patterned endpapers and dust jackets.