1984: The Graphic Novel

One of the most influential books of the twentieth century gets the graphic treatment in this first-ever adaptation of George Orwell’s 1984.

War is Peace * Freedom is Slavery * Ignorance is Strength

In 1984, London is a grim city in the totalitarian state of Oceania where Big Brother is always watching you and the Thought Police can practically read your mind. Winston Smith is a man in grave danger for the simple reason that his memory still functions. Drawn into a forbidden love affair, Winston finds the courage to join a secret revolutionary organization called the Brotherhood, dedicated to the destruction of the Party. Together with his beloved Julia, he hazards his life in a deadly match against the powers that be in a world where surveillance is total.

With evocative, immersive art from Fido Nesti, this vision of George Orwell’s dystopian masterpiece provides a new perspective for longtime fans but is also an accessible entry point for young readers and adults who have yet to discover the iconic story that remains a powerful commentary on modern political events.

How does one man challenge a power that can alter reality itself?

• A Classic Dystopian World: Experience the grim, meticulously realized London of Oceania, where the Party sees everything and history is rewritten daily.
• Forbidden Love and Rebellion: Follow Winston and Julia’s dangerous affair, a small act of freedom that puts them in direct opposition to a regime that seeks to crush all individuality.
• The Horrors of Thought Control: Witness the chilling power of the Thought Police and the psychological warfare that demands not just obedience, but the surrender of one’s own mind.
• Stunning Visual Storytelling: See Orwell’s iconic vision brought to life through Fido Nesti’s immersive and atmospheric artwork, making the classic text accessible to a new generation.

"Hand this to readers who are new to 1984 or hesitant to take up a classic."--Booklist