REBELIÓN EN LA GRANJA (George Orwell) | Audiolibro | Capítulo 10 | Narrado por Habib Homsi

Summary

In the final chapter of George Orwell's *Animal Farm*, the animals realize the extent of the pigs' betrayal. The pigs, who once fought for equality, have become indistinguishable from humans. Napoleon, the pig leader, aligns with human farmers and adopts their behaviors, such as walking on two legs and wearing human clothes. The animals, once hopeful for a better life, now see their ideals corrupted. The farm's new reality is a far cry from the revolution’s original promises, and the animals are left in a grim, unrecognizable world where their oppressors now look just like them.

Takeaways

• 😀 The farm's leadership has changed, and only a few animals, like Benjamin and a few pigs, remember the past before the rebellion.
• 😀 Over the years, life on the farm has become less about the ideals of the rebellion, and more about maintaining the status quo for the pigs.
• 😀 Napoleon, the pig leader, has become increasingly authoritarian, with the pigs adopting human-like behaviors, such as walking on two legs.
• 😀 The original principles of Animalism are gradually being altered to favor the pigs, with the iconic slogan 'All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others' replacing the original seven commandments.
• 😀 The other animals on the farm work hard but receive little in return, while the pigs and dogs live in luxury without contributing to the farm’s labor.
• 😀 The farm's economy has improved, with new equipment like a mill, silo, and a thrashing machine, but the benefits are mostly enjoyed by the pigs and the dogs.
• 😀 The younger animals and newcomers to the farm are mostly unaware of the rebellion's true ideals and are kept in the dark about its original goals.
• 😀 Despite difficult conditions, the animals hold on to the hope of a better future, even though they no longer believe in the possibility of a truly equal society.
• 😀 The pigs' increasing power and privileges lead to a growing tension, especially when they start to mimic human behaviors, such as drinking alcohol and wearing clothes.
• 😀 The animals, upon witnessing the pigs' transformation into something almost identical to humans, are left confused and betrayed, unsure whether the pigs are truly different from their human oppressors.

Q & A

What has changed in the farm after several years since the rebellion?

After many years, the farm has seen several changes. Some animals, such as Benjamin and a few pigs, remember the old times. The farm has become more prosperous, with new buildings, machinery like a mill, and improved organization. However, the animals' lives have not significantly improved, and the pigs and dogs are the ones who have benefited the most.

What is the significance of the changes made to the Seven Commandments?

The Seven Commandments, originally written to ensure equality among animals, are altered over time. The most important change is that the commandment 'All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others' is introduced, reflecting the increasing hypocrisy of the leadership under Napoleon.

How does Napoleon’s behavior evolve throughout the story?

Napoleon evolves from a leader of the rebellion to a tyrant who adopts the behavior and lifestyle of humans. He walks on two legs, uses a whip, and even dresses in the clothing of the former human owner, Mr. Jones, signaling the complete transformation of the pigs into the very oppressors they once rebelled against.

How do the animals react to the pigs walking on two legs?

The animals are initially shocked and terrified when they see the pigs walking on two legs, but their reaction is muted as the sheep begin chanting, distracting them from protesting. This marks a critical moment in the animals' loss of their original ideals of equality.

What role does Squealer play in the farm’s governance?

Squealer is a master manipulator, using persuasive language to justify the actions of the pigs. He convinces the animals that the pigs' actions, including their increasing privileges, are for the good of the farm, often through convoluted explanations that the animals cannot fully understand.

What does the arrival of human farmers signify in the story?

The arrival of human farmers signals the full circle of the farm’s transformation. The pigs have fully embraced human practices and customs, breaking the original principles of the rebellion, and now, Napoleon has even agreed to friendly relations with humans, which was once considered a betrayal.

Why do the pigs change the name of the farm to 'The Manor Farm'?

The pigs change the name of the farm back to 'The Manor Farm' to reflect the complete reversal of the rebellion's ideals. The change symbolizes the pigs' adoption of human traits and their betrayal of the revolution's goals, marking their alignment with the very system they once sought to overthrow.

How does the relationship between the pigs and humans evolve?

The relationship between the pigs and humans evolves from hostility to cooperation. Initially, humans are seen as enemies, but over time, Napoleon and the pigs form alliances with the neighboring farmers, and the boundaries between animals and humans become increasingly blurred.

What does the game of cards between Napoleon and Mr. Pilkington symbolize?

The game of cards between Napoleon and Mr. Pilkington symbolizes the complete transformation of the pigs. It represents the convergence of the interests of the pigs and humans, as both groups are now engaged in similar exploitative practices, with the pigs no longer distinguishable from the human oppressors.

What is the significance of the animals no longer being able to tell the difference between pigs and humans?

The animals' inability to distinguish between pigs and humans signifies the total corruption and betrayal of the original ideals of Animalism. The pigs have become indistinguishable from the humans they once overthrew, illustrating the theme of power corruption and the erosion of equality.