1984 is a dystopian novel written by George Orwell. Set in a totalitarian society, the story follows Winston Smith, a low-ranking member of the ruling Party. Winston begins to question the Party's oppressive regime and engages in acts of rebellion, leading to his eventual capture and torture. Through its chilling portrayal of surveillance, propaganda, and the erosion of individual freedom, 1984 remains a cautionary tale about the dangers of authoritarianism.