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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Maira Butt

George Orwell’s son Richard Blair says he feels uncomfortable with some of the author’s work

George Orwell’s son has expressed concern over some of his late father’s work.

Richard Blair, 80, was adopted by Orwell and his wife after they struggled to conceive naturally. The British writer is widely considered one of the most influential authors of the 20th century, with 1984 and Animal Farm having become cultural touchstones around the world.

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