Coming Up for Air, George Orwell

In this essay, Orwell discusses the notion of nationalism, and argues that it causes people to disregard common sense and become more ignorant towards factuality.

Grappling with the principles of democracy and the potential of reform, the meaning of literature and free speech in times of violence, and the sustainability of objective truth, Orwell offers a compelling portrayal of a nation where norms and ideals can no longer be taken for granted. Like the best of Orwell's writing, these essays also serve as timeless...

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. 

Disa nga kritikët mendojnë se ky është libri më të mirë i Orwellit, një analizë e shoqërisë, plot humor, me një mendjekthjelltësi që shkrimtari duket se e mësoi nga eksperienca jo aq e këndshme e Luftës Civile të Spanjës.