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The Decay of Lying: And Other Essays
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“The Decay of Lying” (ISBN: 9780141192659) by George Orwell, masterfully explores the paradoxical nature of art and truth. Through witty and insightful essays, Orwell challenges conventional notions of aesthetics, arguing that great art thrives on beautiful, constructed lies. From ancient sculptures to modern paintings, discover how “untruths” shape our perception of beauty and the very essence of artistic creation in this thought-provoking collection.
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Sahil Khadane –
The ‘decay of lying’ idea is interesting, but the rest of essays felt disjointed. A mixed bag overall.
Varun Narayanan –
A classic for a reason! Orwell’s writing is sharp and engaging. Definitely worth reading.
Aadarsh Shukla –
A fascinating dive into aesthetics. I loved Orwell’s perspective. A little too verbose at times.
Hemant Kumar –
It challenged my views on art. Definitely a thought-provoking read. Enjoyed the analysis.
Kumar Manorath –
Found this collection insightful and surprisingly relevant today. Some essays were stronger than others.
Akshat Dixit –
I expected more from Orwell. This collection was a bit underwhelming. It was fine, nothing exceptional.
Vineet Chaudhary –
Enjoyed the exploration of art and truth. A bit too academic at times, but still a worthwhile read.
Arosh Kumar –
Dense but rewarding. You need to concentrate. Orwell is brilliant. But a hard book to recommend widely.
Harsh Vashishtha –
This book is one of the greatest philosophical treatises in history. This is the book everyone must read.
Himanshu Tyagi –
Orwell challenges your thinking about art. It’s an interesting perspective but a little long for some.
Saurabh Rajak –
Orwell’s essays are always a treat. This collection did not disappoint. Very thought-provoking!
Chirag S –
Orwell’s arguments are compelling, though I didn’t agree with everything. A good exercise for the mind.
Agrim Arora –
A good introduction to Orwell’s essays. Found his arguments compelling. Not always easy to digest though.
Prem Pushkar –
Found the arguments a bit confusing at times, but appreciated the overall exploration of art.
Sudivya Singh Chauhan –
I struggled to get into this book. The language felt dated, and the arguments were hard to follow.
Shobhit Pradhan –
A fascinating read! Orwell’s wit shines through. Some essays were a bit dense, but overall, thought-provoking.
Devesh Upadhyay –
I wanted to love it more, but it’s a bit dated. Ideas are still interesting, but the book could be shorter.
Avika Bhaskar –
Enjoyed the witty writing style and challenging ideas. This is a book I will think about for a while.
Suraj Kumar –
Enjoyed the premise, but the execution felt a bit dry. Not my favorite Orwell, but still interesting.
Karan Singh –
Some essays resonated more than others, but overall, a worthwhile read. It’s a classic for a reason.
Priya Rai –
Some parts were boring, some parts were great. Mixed feeling about it. Not sure if I would read again.
Bhuwan Sharma –
Not the easiest read, but definitely rewarding. Orwell’s insights are timeless. Required some effort.
Tanish Anand –
Not sure I fully grasped all the concepts, but it was a good intellectual workout. Would reread.
Mohd Ayaan Hussain Sheikh –
Enjoyed the intellectual stimulation. It’s a great book, and well written but the content is a bit dry.
Sahil Lamba –
A quick and thought-provoking read. Orwell’s ideas are still relevant today. Worth the time.