Animal Farm is a book by George Orwell first published in 1945. Along with 1984, it is one of the the author's most famous books. It won Retrospective Hugo Award (annual literary award for best science-fiction and fantasy works) in 1996 and Time magazine chose this book as one of the 100 best English-language novels (1923-2005).

The story takes place in a farm called Manor Farm where the animals revolt against its abusive human owner and take control of the farm, now called Animal Farm. Now that they are free from the humans, the animals create their own rules. It was a pleasing change for every animals. No more humans to take away their eggs or butcher their brothers and sisters for money. At least that's what they thought. Once the newly elected leaders take charge of Animal Farm, things get worse than before. Or better, depends on who you ask.

This story is a clever allegory of politics and theory of power. Just like one said, absolute power corrupts absolutely. Orwell describes Animal Farm as a satirical tale against Stalin, reflecting the events of Russian Revolution of 1917 and Stalin's years as the leader of the Soviet Union.

Now, I don't know much about Stalin or Russian Revolution, but it's not hard for me to understand the strong message that the author tries to convey here. This book is truly an educative and engaging work. One that I hope more people will read too.