The Drowsy Goofball

A review of George Orwell's novel '1984.' 1984 by George Orwell Book title: 1984 (Nineteen Eighty-Four) Author: George Orwell Language: English Genre(s): Classic, Dystopia, Socio-political thriller, Fiction Year of Release: 1949 Format that I read the book in: E-book Publisher: www.planetebook.com Book length: 393 pages Synopsis : Among the seminal texts of the 20th century, Nineteen Eighty-Four is a rare work that grows more haunting as its futuristic purgatory becomes more real. Published in 1949, the book offers political satirist George Orwell's nightmare vision of a totalitarian, bureaucratic world and one poor stiff's attempt to find individuality. The brilliance of the novel is Orwell's prescience of modern life - the ubiquity of television, the distortion of the language - and his ability to construct such a thorough version of hell. Required reading for students since it was published, it ranks among the most terrifying...

Why the Kindle e-reader doesn't deserve the hate it gets. Amazon Kindle Paperwhite. One of my most prized possessions as an avid reader has to be the  Amazon Kindle Paperwhite  that I had received as a present from my father in the Christmas of 2015. I probably have never been gifted anything so damn useful and long-lasting in my entire life so far (apart from all the wonderful books that relatives and friends have given to me as gifts over the years.) First of all,   let me make my stand clear on the Kindle versus physical books debate now itself - I love both the media immensely.  While nothing can beat the satisfaction of turning the pages of a paperback or hardcover novel as you go on devouring the story within, or even the heavenly scent of books both old as well as new, the  Kindle e-reader is a fascinating invention that is in complete sync with the technologically-advanced times of the twenty-first century. I fail to understand why man...

A three-day itinerary to explore Pondicherry Pondicherry, or Pondy as it is fondly called by the locals, is not just any regular tourist destination, but a soul-enriching experience in itself. It is soothing and calming, and will lovingly persuade you to slow down. It will make you aware of each passing second, and teach you to appreciate the beauty of your surroundings. It will make you want to embrace its simplicity, and will also make you discover the deeper meaning of your existence. It will not overwhelm you. It will foster your spiritual growth. Now tell me, who wouldn't want to explore a place this incredible? Pondicherry, the French capital of India. I feel proud to say that my love for Pondicherry stems from a first-hand experience. We had been intending to plan a trip to Pondy for a very long time, especially my mom, who had always been quite eager to visit - having heard so many wonderful things about it. So after several months of unnecessary deliberations...