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Books v. Cigarettes
Books v. Cigarettes | George Orwell
Beginning with a dilemma about whether he spends more money on reading or smoking, George Orwells entertaining and uncompromising essays go on to explore everything from the perils of second-hand bookshops to the dubious profession of being a critic, from freedom of the press to what patriotism really means. Throughout history, some books have changed the world. They have transformed the way we see ourselves and each other. They have inspired debate, dissent, war and revolution. They have enlightened, outraged, provoked and comforted. They have enriched lives and destroyed them. Now Penguin brings you the works of the great thinkers, pioneers, radicals and visionaries whose ideas shook civilization and helped make us who we are.
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Some of George Orwell‘s collected essays about books, reading, and being in school. Short and fun and, of course, still relevant.

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George Orwell on working in a bookstore and choosing books over cigarettes and movies. 😍📚

RedLeaves Love that nail colour! 💙 5y
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rayna
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Good to know that nothing has changed about bookselling in more than a century...

balletbookworm I think I need to read this 😂 8y
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Books v. Cigarettes | George Orwell
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Essays that explore everything from the period of second-hand bookshops to the dubious profession of being a critic, from freedom of the press to what patriotism really means.

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