George Orwell's Animal Farm is a timeless classic that has stood the test of time, not only as a literary masterpiece, but also as a powerful commentary on the dangers of corruption and the abuse of power. Set in a world where farm animals overthrow their human owner and attempt to run the farm themselves, the story is a clear warning about the seductive nature of power and the corrupting influence it can have on even the most well-intentioned individuals. As we look around the world today, it is clear that the themes of Animal Farm are as relevant as ever, and this essay will explore the ways in which Orwell's novel continues to shed light on the ongoing struggles against corruption and abuse of power in modern society. Animal Farm is a …show more content…
Napoleon uses various techniques, such as rewriting history and controlling the information that is available to the other animals, to maintain his control over the farm. For example, he uses his control over the farm's newspaper, "The Animal Farm," to spread false information and create a false narrative about the farm's history and the actions of the other …show more content…
Initially, Napoleon was just one of the farm animals, but he slowly began to take more and more control of the farm until he became the absolute ruler. He does this by using his intelligence and cunning to outsmart the other animals and gain their trust. However, once he is in power, he becomes increasingly cruel and tyrannical, using his power to oppress the other animals and maintain his control. Similarly, in modern society, those in power often start out as ordinary individuals, but through a combination of intelligence, cunning, and opportunity, they rise to positions of power. However, once they are in power, they often become increasingly corrupt and abuse their power for their own benefit. For example, the story of Enron, a company that rose to power in the 1990s, illustrates this theme. Initially, the company was seen as a success story, but as they gained more power, they began to engage in corrupt practices such as accounting fraud and insider trading, eventually leading to its