Similarities Between Contemporary American Cultry And Animal Farm

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Despite their different story lines, ‘Animal Farm’ and ‘Contemporary American Poultry’ are both a commentary on the ability to exercise power and control through the use of language. In ‘Animal Farm’, propaganda is used by Napoleon to ensure that no one questions his methods as a ‘leader’, and to make sure everyone agrees with his new position of power. Napoleon uses Squealer, who “[speaks] so persuasively”, to lie to the animals on Manor Farm, to guarantee “always right” Napoleon remains in his position. Squealer also manipulates the animals by using their fears of Farmer Jones’ return against them, scaring them into submission through Squealers’ repetition of the phrase “Surely, comrades, you do not want Jones back”. Additionally, Squealer