George Orwell's '1984' Resonates with Modern Surveillance Concerns
George Orwell's dystopian novel '1984' continues to be relevant in analyzing contemporary societal issues, particularly regarding surveillance and information control. The novel, published in 1949, depicts a totalitarian regime that exercises absolute control over its citizens through mass surveillance and manipulation of information. Today, similar themes are observed in the widespread use of surveillance technologies, such as facial recognition and data collection by tech companies. These practices raise concerns about privacy and the potential for social control, echoing Orwell's warnings about the dangers of unchecked governmental power. 
