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George Orwell the cop

In 1923, there is no such thing as George Orwell, but a policeman called Eric Blair is collecting stories.


Music:


Paws by Timbah


Bibliography:


Shooting an Elephant by Geroge Orwell

Burmese Days by Geroge Orwell

1984 by Geroge Orwell

Orwell: The New Life by DJ Taylor


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