Character+Analysis

**Julia:** Works in the Fiction department of the Ministry of Truth. Like Winston she has a growing hatred for the Party. She exposes this secret to Winston. She has access to the black market, which she also shares with Winston. Her rollercoaster past, including sexual encounters with members of the party, has contributed to her scarred character. She is in hesitant with her love for Winston, although she is only 26 years-old, 13 years younger than Winston. In the end, she is also held into custody by the party when her and Winston’s relationship get figured out. Most critics debate between whether or not she was an obstacle for Winston or an outlet. **O’Brien**: Although it’s often argued about whether or not that O’Brien has any significant importance in the novel, he does play a role in it to be mentioned. Winston views O’Brien as an enemy, and is alert at his presence. O’Brien is a member of the Inner Party. O’Brien’s character is rather contradicting. He can be compassionate and vicious at the very same time. O’Brien is responsible for aiding in Winston’s arrest. **Big Brother:** “Big Brother is Watching You”, slogan that surrounds the street of Oceania. Although it seems that Big Brother’s character could be found everywhere, there is no clear description of exactly who Big Brother is. He is the original founder of the Party/Revolution and his mission is to be sure that the Party’s reign will never be demolished.
 * Winston Smith:** The protagonist of the novel is 39 year old; Winston Smith. Winston is a party member that works for the Ministry of Truth. His job there is to “fix” publications of the past, in order to enhance propaganda for Big Brother and keep information from the public that can possibly overthrow the Big Brother administration. Winston compresses his hatred for the Party, especially in the beginning of the novel, in fear that he would be discovered by the thinkpolice for committing thoughtcrime. Winston is already married, yet separated when he finally meets Julia (who represents his outlet). As Winston’s love for Julia grows, so does the risks of them being discovered by Big Brother. In the end, Winston is completely brainwashed and a loyal member of the Party. It can be debated whether or not Winston is a hero by the end of the novel.