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Essay / Individuality in 1984 By George Orwell - 1630
At least that's what we think, but in the novel 1984, it's exactly the opposite. Except for the human part, they might as well be dogs since they are treated as such. For example: “The transformation that occurred was much more surprising than that. She had painted her face” (Orwell 142). Julia had worn makeup to enhance her physical appearance, which is forbidden among Party members. The Party believed that self-expression meant you were no longer under their control, which is why they banned these actions. It was not only makeup that was forbidden, but also the desires produced when women wore makeup. Makeup is used to enhance natural beauty, and when used correctly, one can look and feel very attractive. This physical beauty attracts men and they become very lustful and sexually desirable. This gender is strongly forbidden because it allows dedication and independence towards each other rather than the government. Simple actions such as putting on makeup, having sex for pleasure, and even writing in a personal journal, were banned by the Party because it meant they no longer had control over every aspect of their citizens' lives. . Unlike the current government, it has not tolerated the First Amendment, or even any of the other amendments. Freedom