Tyranny In Animal Farm

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In the stories written by George Orwell, there are clear divides in power caused by tyranny. Tyranny is used by those in power to manipulate and control the general population. In “1984” “Animal Farm” and “Shooting an Elephant” tyranny can very clearly be seen in each of the societies. While this benefits the upper classes, the people in the lower classes are full of fear and are living lives that are of less quality compared to those who control them. The tyranny is maintained in each of these societies because those in power have very effective way of using the people’s fears to control them.
In 1984 Big Brother is the upper-class and the holder of the power in society. Big Brother is everywhere; he has microphones listening, telescreens