Few characters embody the horror of totalitarian control more than 1984's Katherine. For Winston’s very beautiful but very brainwashed wife is utterly devoid of passion, curiosity, and independent thought. Drearily obedient, she's exactly what the Party wants: a feelingless, unquestioning robot, loyal only to the state.
This literary t-shirt pays tribute to Orwell’s masterful manipulation of character and his scathingly prescient vision of a world where every thought is controlled. Through this lens, we can see Katherine as a tragic figure...or as a terrifying warning, a reminder of how quickly and insidiously fascism can be instilled in any of us. We're all only a rat or two away from become Katherine.
If you love dystopian literature and this novel’s message resonates with you, get it, wear it, and to hell with the consequences!