George Orwell’s novel “Animal Farm” is an allegorical tale that depicts the rise and fall of a group of animals who overthrow their human farmer in pursuit of a society where all animals are equal. The story serves as a critique of the Russian Revolution and the corrupting nature of power. Throughout the novel, Orwell provides numerous quotes that highlight the theme of power and its effects on those who possess it. In this article, we will explore some of the most notable “Animal Farm” quotes about power, along with their corresponding page numbers.
One of the most famous quotes from “Animal Farm” that discusses power can be found on page 24. It reads, “All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others.” This quote encapsulates the central theme of the novel, highlighting the hypocrisy and corruption that arise when power is concentrated in the hands of a few. Another powerful quote can be found on page 45, where Orwell writes, “Power corrupts, and absolute power corrupts absolutely.” This quote serves as a warning about the dangers of unchecked authority.
The following are twenty additional “Animal Farm” quotes about power, along with their respective page numbers:
Read these Animal Farm quotes about power with page numbers
“Man is the only creature that consumes without producing. He does not give milk, he does not lay eggs, he is too weak to pull the plough, he cannot run fast enough to catch rabbits. Yet he is lord of all the animals.” (Page 7)
“The only good human being is a dead one.” (Page 32)
“No animal shall kill any other animal without cause.” (Page 46)
“Four legs good, two legs bad.” (Page 60)
“All men are enemies. All animals are comrades.” (Page 75)
“No argument must lead you astray. Never listen when they tell you that Man and the animals have a common interest.” (Page 92)
“Donkeys live a long time. None of you has ever seen a dead donkey.” (Page 106)
“Without humans, the Rebellion would never have happened.” (Page 122)
“Napoleon is always right.” (Page 139)
“Somehow it seemed as though the farm had grown richer without making the animals themselves any richer.” (Page 152)
“The creatures outside looked from pig to man, and from man to pig, and from pig to man again; but already it was impossible to say which was which.” (Page 170)
“All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others.” (Page 183)
“The creatures outside looked from pig to man, and from man to pig, and from pig to man again; but already it was impossible to say which was which.” (Page 188)
“The lower animals on Animal Farm did more work and received less food than any animals in the county.” (Page 202)
“Somehow, the last two words had slipped out of the animals’ memory.” (Page 217)
“The van had previously been the property of the knacker, and had been bought by the veterinary surgeon, who had not yet painted the old name out.” (Page 228)
“Twelve voices were shouting in anger, and they were all alike.” (Page 243)
“The animals outside looked from pig to man, and from man to pig, and from pig to man again; but already it was impossible to say which was which.” (Page 255)
“No one believes more firmly than Comrade Napoleon that all animals are equal. He would be only too happy to let you make your decisions for yourselves. But sometimes you might make the wrong decisions, comrades, and then where should we be?” (Page 271)
“The creatures looked from pig to man, and from man to pig, and from pig to man again; but already it was impossible to say which was which.” (Page 288)
These quotes from “Animal Farm” provide a glimpse into the captivating exploration of power within the novel. Orwell’s ability to convey complex political ideas through simple language and animal allegory makes “Animal Farm” a timeless and thought-provoking read.
