Can Socialists Be Happy? (Penguin Archive)

About the book

No thinking person can or does genuinely keep out of politics, in an age like the present one

This stirring new collection brings together George Orwell’s most cherished essays with lesser-known gems, all penned with the clarity, wit and charm which characterise his writing. Showcasing his vivid personal encounters and perceptive insights – from his musings on tree planting to his warnings against the threat of atomic destruction – this collection is sure to delight Orwell fans, both old and new.