10. 1984

"Truisms are true ...all else follows" (81).

This quote, written by George Orwell in his novel, 1984, represents the strength of Orwell's character, Winston. Even though these lines point out the basics of life, and the earth around us, it defends the true nature of human existence. Why let someone make everyone believe something that is complete ludicrous? Orwell stands for the truth and believes that each person should have their own voice and thoughts. The sole purpose behind his writing is to explain that people should not be programmed like robots, but free to live. Orwell defines freedom as being able "to say that two plus two make four," and "if that is granted, all else follows" (81). This quote signifies the tiniest of rights that Winston is fighting for in his life. The truth is all one can definitely have in this lifetime, and when the truth is thrown away and discredited, what is left? That is the main message Orwell is trying to get across through his writing.