![]() ![]() Nineteen Eighty Four Anniversary Edition, Penguin UK 2009 Like much of Fairey’s work, this cover reminds us of Fairey’s cover for the Fall 2016 Issue of Print Magazine ! Penguin Books UK cover by Shepard Fairey, 2008 Secker & Warburg, Illustrations by Alex Williamson, 1999 Edition If you know that information, kindly post in the comments below. Was unable to find a cover designer credit for this edition of the book. ![]() If you know any creators I’ve missed, let me know in the comments and I’ll add them: A Selection of 1984 Book Covers First British Edition, Secker and Warburg 1949 I’ve cited designers where I could find them, but some of them have eluded me. The color evolution from green to consistent reds also speaks to the world’s political perspective on the text.Ĭheck out some of my favorites below, including both official covers and concept art. As you’ll see, many of the covers feature the famous “eye” of Big Brother, but others are more offbeat. In light of its recent popularity, I was inspired to delve into the iconic book covers that have come to represent 1984. Whether you’re an Orwell fan or not, the novel is certainly relevant in the era of “alternative facts” and “fake news.” President’s administration and major news sources have jettisoned sales of George Orwell’s dystopian classic 1984 through the roof. Increasing tensions between the current U.S. ![]()
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