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George Orwell

United Kingdom · 1903–1950

#19 of the greatest writers of all time, ranked by everyone.

#5 of the 27 writers from the United Kingdom.

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16. James Joyce Ireland · 1882–1941
17. Charles Dickens United Kingdom · 1812–1870
18. Niccolò Machiavelli Italy · 1469–1527
19. George Orwell United Kingdom · 1903–1950
20. Jane Austen United Kingdom · 1775–1817
21. Li Bai China · 701–762
22. Agatha Christie United Kingdom · 1890–1976

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• Niccolò Machiavelli vs George Orwell 51% – 49%
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• Charles Dickens vs George Orwell 52% – 48%
• George Orwell vs Li Bai 50% – 50%
• George Orwell vs James Joyce 48% – 52%