Join two esteemed professors as they discuss the crossroads of World War II's conclusion and the publication of "Animal Farm" and the impact these events had on Churchill and Orwell-as well as on each other.
Pilot Lecture: Great Conversations: Churchill and Orwell
World War II ended at the same time that Animal Farm was published. Coincidence? Unravel the dynamic tensions between George Orwell and Winston Churchill.
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Awesome!
This is a great pilot! First time that I have seen a conversation-style course in Wondrium. Hopefully this will become a full course with mulitiple professors having conversations. I am looking forward to see how Wondrium expand this format in future.
Date published: 2023-03-30
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sdepangher from
Two Articulate Historians
I wish all discourse in our country could be done by folks who know what these two do and who are thoughtful in listening to the questions they are being asked and really trying to answer them. Sigh.
I found the various comparisons they made - e.g. Orwell with Neville Chamberlain - provocative and information. Ask either of these two gentlemen scholars to have a discussion again and I'll be watching/listening.
Date published: 2022-10-01
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Craigster from
excellent insights into Stalin and Russia as well
This conversation held my attention from moment one.
Date published: 2022-04-01
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shguevara from
Great format!
I've really loved this format. The way these two experts came together to explore a common topic such as WWII from the perspective of renown figures such as Churchill and Orwell was very engligtening in many aspects.
30 minutes felt short to be honest and I ended up wanting to hear more from this conversation, the way questions and answers were building up really gave me new perspectives and insights about this conflict.
I'm looking forward to see more of these conversations added to Wondrium.
Date published: 2022-03-11
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Excellent on all counts.
Excellent. I hope this conversational format is a foretaste of things to come. As a current master’s degree student of World War II Studies, this was an exceptional mix of new and familiar material. I look forward to more in the series.
Date published: 2021-06-30
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Bill Smyth from
Great Conversations: Churchill and Orwell
Very impressive. joyed the presentation, the format and the presentation by two individuals who know their stuff.
Date published: 2021-04-16
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EScoggin from
Very interesting snapshot comparing amazing men
A quick peek into the politics and thoughts of these two men during WWII. An amazing conversation.
Date published: 2021-03-01
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heide from
Churchill & Orwell
Very interesting discussion by knowledgeable individuals. I learned a lot.
Date published: 2020-09-07
Overview
01: Great Conversations: Churchill and Orwell
The year 2020 marks the 75th anniversary of two historical events: the end of World War II and the publication of George Orwell’s Animal Farm. To celebrate, two esteemed professors have come together to discuss their respective areas of expertise, taking a deep dive into the dynamic tensions between George Orwell and Winston Churchill.
29 min
