I was given this book by a friend, who knows that I love Orwell almost as much as I love books on the subject of writing. Why authors write, how the do it, where they do it—I read them all.

This book does not fall in that category.

Why I Write provides an illuminating view of the political and social history of England during Orwell’s lifetime. Through these four essays, I saw deeper into the world that sparked him to write his famous novels. If you enjoy history and political thought, then definitely give this book a try!