George Orwell
Eric Arthur Blair was an English novelist, poet, essayist, journalist, and critic who wrote under the pen name of George Orwell. His work is characterised by lucid prose, social criticism, opposition to all totalitarianism, and support of democratic socialism. Born: June 25, 1903, Motihari, India. Died: January 21, 1950 (age 46 years), University College Hospital, London, United Kingdom.