George Orwell
Birth date
June 25, 1903
Death date
January 21, 1950
Place of birth
Motihari, Bengal Presidency, British India
Profession
Writing
Age
46 years
Biography
Eric Arthur Blair (25 June, 1903 – 21 January, 1950), known by his pen name George Orwell, was an English novelist, essayist, journalist and critic. His work is characterised by lucid prose, biting social criticism, opposition to totalitarianism, and outspoken support of democratic socialism.
Also known as
Eric Arthur Blair
