This novel is wonderful as it educated children on the flaws
of an equal society and is really cynical for a children’s novel. I first read
the novel in school when I about twelve and it made me upset but really got me
thinking. The relationship between Boxer and Benjamin
is truly touching and Boxer’s determination is inspiring, but also shows the flaws in working hard all your life as there seems to be little reward. The dedication to building the windmill mirrors human ingenuity and is a very poignant observation of the working class. By
making the characters animals, it distances them from reality and it was not
until I reread the novel when studying Communism and the Cold War that it all suddenly made
sense. I would definitely recommend the novel if you like western history and political critiques on how a seemingly perfect society can go so terribly wrong.
Were you made to read this book in school? If so, did you learn anything from it? I'd love to hear!
Lots of Love
Elouise
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