This renowned classic is one who's story I have always been aware of, despite never having read the actual tale before. This concerns the animal inhabitants of Manor Farm, and the story of what happens when the lowest rungs of its isolated and self-contained society revolt! 
 I considered this, initially, to be nothing more than a quirky, quick and enjoyable tale. Never did I expect the relevancy this story would continue to have to the modern-day reader, and the bleak, satirical insight into both humanity and society's darkest aspects of itself. By giving the subordinate a voice, Orwell has cleverly allowed this story to become less of a fantastical tale and more of a scalding social commentary. 
 The story, despite its briefness, managed to portray the entire world in the space of a few acres of farmland. Its lasting prowess is clearly because of its lasting relevancy. And this relevancy is exactly what the book depicts: society's repetitive and feudalistic nature, dually thriving on and desiring to rid itself of the hierarchical structure it is built upon. 
 Scathingly brilliant and quietly witty, this book will, both fortunately and unfortunately, continue to leave a lasting impression on its readers.