Animal Farm by George Orwell is a classic political allegory that explores power, equality, corruption and the abuse of authority. The story follows a group of farm animals who overthrow their human owner in the hope of creating a society based on equality, only to see their revolution gradually corrupted as the pigs gain control and become increasingly oppressive. This Grade 12 edition includes study notes and additional support to help English Home Language learners analyse the novel’s themes, characters, symbolism and political message while preparing for examinations.