George Orwell’s famous novel, “Animal Farm” gives an erudite and succinct portrayal of the dangers of autocracy on society even (if not especially) when founded with only the most idealistic, populist intents. While the novel served most closely as an allegory of the Russian Revolution and the evolution of the Soviet Union through Stalin’s rule, there are plenty of opportunities to write essays about its relevance to contemporary regimes with populist claims that also consolidate power. Whichever regime you choose to write an essay about in which “Animal Farm” as an allegory, you can find relevant samples of papers online, on which to base your outline and subsequent essay featuring an introduction, body, and conclusion.
