Our December BOTM choice is "1984" by George Orwell, published in 1849. Read the synopsis of the book below:
"The party told you to reject the evidence of your eyes and ears. It was their final, most essential command."
Winston Smith toes the Party line, rewriting history to satisfy the demands of the Ministry of Truth. With each lie he writes, Winston grows to hate the Party that seeks power for its own sake and persecutes those who dare to commit thoughtcrimes. But as he starts to think for himself, Winston can't escape the fact that Big Brother is always watching...
Our BOTM is available for you in many different forms! Read below to see how you can read it.
Want to have your own copy of this book? Order it on amazon using this link for $9.99 (but currently on sale for $5.59!)
Do you have a library card? If so, use your library card to check out the book through the Libby app/browser. Simply use your card to make a Libby account! The Fort Worth Library and Harris County Public library on Libby currently have a waitlist for 1984, but...
Houston Public Library has 69 of 71 copies on Libby currently available! Contact us through our email or instagram if you need help signing up for a card with the Houston Public Library.
Want a physical copy of the book? You can also either check out the book at your local library or place a hold on the book at the library and pick it up!Â
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BOTM Tracker below for 1984!