Writers who died on January 21

Take a focused look at the writers who passed away on January 21. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1950 George Orwell

  George Orwell was an English novelist, essayist, journalist, and critic, widely regarded as one of the greatest writers of the 20th century. He is best known for his dystopian social commentary in novels such as '1984' and 'Animal Farm.' His work addressed themes of totalitarianism, social injustice, and opposition to authoritarian regimes. [bio]