A dystopian society controlled by a totalitarian regime, where citizens are constantly monitored and independent thought is suppressed. A protagonist, initially compliant, begins to question the system due to a forbidden relationship and encounters with a mysterious group. The climax involves a brutal confrontation with the authorities, resulting in a tragic, though defiant, end.

1. The story is set in a future version of London.
2. The phrase 'Big Brother is watching you' is prominently associated with this book.
3. The protagonist works in the Ministry of Truth.
4. The book explores themes of surveillance, totalitarianism, and psychological manipulation.