Animal Farm

Written by George Orwell

Narrated by Patrick Tull

Animal Farm, one of the great social satires of our century, is based upon modern Eastern European history. First published in 1945, it is the classic fable of the utopian dream and the corruptive influences of power. When the animals at Manor Farm revolt against their master, Mr. Jones, their goal is to take over the farm and establish an ideal community based on hard work, honesty, and the equality of all animals. Guided by the memory of Old Major's utopian vision and the seven commandments, Animal Farm, as the animals have renamed it, briefly fulfills the ideal. Memories are short, however, and soon-through manipulation and aggression by those who assume power-the farm's founding principles are slowly eroded and abolished. Decades after its debut, Animal Farm is still a relevant and powerful tale of how blind allegiance to political leaders leads to ruin.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Recorded Books, Inc.
• Release date: Jan 26, 2021
• ISBN: 9781705034071

George Orwell

George Orwell (1903–1950), the pen name of Eric Arthur Blair, was an English novelist, essayist, and critic. He was born in India and educated at Eton. After service with the Indian Imperial Police in Burma, he returned to Europe to earn his living by writing. An author and journalist, Orwell was one of the most prominent and influential figures in twentieth-century literature. His unique political allegory Animal Farm was published in 1945, and it was this novel, together with the dystopia of 1984 (1949), which brought him worldwide fame. 

Reviews for Animal Farm

[Robin Page · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

So appropriate in this Day and Time ! Wow Orwell doesn’t so well !

[Seema Boyd · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Brilliant book must read superbly narrated Orwel s masterpiece every human must read still so relevant how much have the human species changed .? So much to learn and relearn
Loved every bit hail the animal farm

[Jc Wright · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Very interesting read, that all should take in to help interpret potential ulterior motives in the world around them.

[ABLA Academy SRL · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I really enjoyed this great book. Original idea. Fantastic narration. Very recommended.

[Trish Cox · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

It is crazy how easy it is to see the similarity between this story and what is happening in the US right now.

[Fena Reti · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Very well thought out, I didn’t enjoy reading it but I’m glad to have read it. The end will haunt me I’m sure.

[Brett · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This is a fantastic book. The concept is interesting to listen to and hear it progress.

[Francesca Kolar · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Fantastic story finished it in 2 sittings . Love it

[Alain Zaloum · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Beautifully read, with great sensitivity. I enjoyed it very much.

[lily · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I loved this book!!! The political and sociological analysis accomplished through this social satire is timeless and ironically honest. Animal farm explores how, through sensationalization and fanaticism, the fragility of democracy and political transition presents the opportunity to amass power, allowing totalitarianism to rise under the pretense of communist ideologies (which is fairly indicative of the historical context of the book). Overall, Animal Farm is a very short read which reaches depths of sociology and politics that will forever brandish this novel as a classic and literary masterpiece.

[Sergio DA · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I really enjoyed it, I could not stop listening to it

[sabrina · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

76 years later, this story is every bit as true and poignant as when the ink was still fresh on the page.

[Huvinesh Rajendran · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Amazing book by George Orwell, an instant favourite of mine.

[zack · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Of course the book is great and a classic, but beyond that the narrator was phenomenal. Brought the story to life so well that it seemed more audio drama than simple reading. Highly recommend, very timely as well.

[zakaria omar · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I've found this to be a great book & what an amazing narrator. Thank you sir.

[Jorge · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Amazing book, great audiobook. George Orwell is one of the most important writers and everybody should read or listen to this book.

[Pokemon · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

Still Relatable to an extent.
Engaging and Narrator is also good

[John Devlin · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

cleverly disguised look at the formation of the ruling class.

[Chloe Tang · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Classic work, still applies even to society today. Worth the time

[Stephan Bökelmann · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

As modern as it has been written for current german politics. Would write LOL if there was something to laugh about here

[Emmanuel Adebayo · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

It was wonderful. I could listen to it again. The readers painted pictures with their voices

[Habsham Hussain · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Great narration by Patrick Tull, his voice made the horrors of the book bearable.

[Ipek Erdalli Buchanan · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Brilliant, a highly necessary re-read in these times. Orwell sure can craft impactful social commentary through metaphors.

[Jakub Osetek · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Great narration. Listened at 1.5x with ease. Book needs no reviews

[Jeff · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Entertaining, engaging, educational, and easy to listen to. Great writing and great reader. I recommend this story for pre-teens, teens, and adults alike. I wish every leader could read it. Matches this age very well. Absolutely amazing!

[ram · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

The book Narrated very well. The story itself was great and entertaining from start to finish.

[samsiis · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This is a must read for anyone in modern times.

[Michael MacKinnon · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Commie pigs Commie pigs Commie pigs Commie pigs Commie pigs

[David Enns · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Just as valid today as when it was written. Amazing

[Louis-Philippe Thouin · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

An old classic first read at college the same year (1966?) as Huxley’s Brave New World, today (2023) listened with that deliciously intoned voice of a professional reader, and at the time of Trump , of Putin’s invasion of Ukraine and other dictators of all colours, has a warning message worth repeating!