
Written by George Orwell · Adapted by Nick Bullard
Part of the Penguin Readers series
Farm animals overthrow their owner, but their new leaders soon grow just as cruel.
A Penguin Readers Level 3 graded version of George Orwell's fable, adapted by Nick Bullard for English learners. The animals of Manor Farm drive out their drunken owner and set up a society where all animals are equal. As the pigs take charge, led by Napoleon, the rules quietly change, and the others find themselves worse off than before.
This ELT Graded Reader is made for people learning English as an additional language. The short, simple text is also perfect for anyone looking for an easier read. It is an adapted version of the original story. Animal Farm tells the story of a rebellion and how it goes wrong. The animals' lives on the farm are terrible - there is not enough food, the work is hard, and animals are dying. One day, the animals kick out the farmer and start to run the farm. Soon, a group of animals - the pigs - becomes more and more important, but things are not better for most of the animals. Life for them is the same as before.Our Penguin Readers books include: Simple text (CEFR-levelled)Pictures to help you understand the storyFun exercises to help you learn and practise EnglishWith the print book, you can get even more help online: Read the book onlineListen to the book being read out loudGet lesson plans for teachersFind answers to check your understandingNote: online resources not available with the eBook.
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