Nineteen Eighty-Four

Main Characters and Their Development

• Winston Smith - a discontented and skeptical employee of the Ministry of Truth, who begins to question the nature of his society and the Party's authority. Throughout the novel, his rebellious thoughts lead him to a point where he doubts Big Brother's ideology, seeks truth and freedom beyond the established system, and engages in romantic and political intrigues.
• Julia - young and full of life, she shares many of Winston's views on the Party and their dystopian society. She joins the struggle against the authorities through small acts of resistance and her romance with Winston. Julia represents a spark of hope and humanity in a world where they are almost entirely lost.
• O'Brien - introduced as a mysterious figure whom Winston initially perceives as a potential ally against the Party. However, it becomes clear that O'Brien is not only a deeply loyal servant of the Party but also a key player in the system of control and suppression. His interactions with Winston shift from apparent support to outright betrayal, highlighting the extreme complexity of navigating belief and betrayal in Oceania.