1984 is a dystopian novel by George Orwell that portrays a totalitarian society ruled by Big Brother. Set in a future where individualism and independent thinking are suppressed, the story follows Winston Smith, a low-ranking member of the ruling Party, as he rebels against the oppressive regime. Orwell's novel serves as a chilling warning about the dangers of totalitarianism, surveillance, and the manipulation of truth. 1984 remains a haunting and thought-provoking exploration of power and control.