Down and Out in Paris and London

Brief Overview

George Orwell's book «Down and Out in Paris and London» is an autobiographical work in which the author describes his experience of living in poverty in two major European cities. In Paris, Orwell works low-paying jobs, such as a dishwasher in hotels and restaurants, facing harsh working conditions and poverty. In London, he explores the life of the homeless, staying in shelters and on the streets, and describes the various types of people he meets. The book offers a deep insight into the social issues and inequalities faced by the poor and serves as a critique of the capitalist system that leaves many people in poverty.