Can the US Constitution Save Us from 1984?

Thursday, April 4 from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Join us for this interesting and timely topic!

George Orwell’s 1984 is a dystopian novel about a future world where 'war is peace; freedom is slavery; and ignorance is strength'; where 'Big Brother is Watching You'; and where the 'Ministry of Truth' disseminates lies, what we today might call 'fake news.' What can 1984 teach us about resistance and resilience; freedom and truth; and the responsibility of a free press to challenge power? How much of 1984 has come true? How much remains science fiction?

The presentation will be given by a member of the Mount Wachusett Community College (MWCC) faculty from Philosophy and Law. This program is part of MWCC's NEH grant for 2018-2019, the theme of which is George Orwell's 1984.

Free and open to the public.

Light refreshments!

Please register by calling 978-249-9515

Posted: to Athol Library News on Thu, Mar 14, 2019
Updated: Sat, Mar 16, 2019