1984 is a dystopian novel written by George Orwell. Set in a totalitarian society, the story follows Winston Smith, a low-ranking member of the ruling Party, as he rebels against the oppressive regime and seeks freedom of thought and expression. Orwell's depiction of a surveillance state and the manipulation of truth remains eerily relevant in today's world. 1984 serves as a chilling warning about the dangers of authoritarianism and the importance of individual freedom.