Critical thinking is defined as observing, seeing only what is present, questioning what you think you see, and noticing what is not there. How, if at all, does Winston show to be a critical thinker throughout the book?
Critical thinking is defined as observing, seeing only what is present, questioning what you think you see, and noticing what is not there. How, if at all, does Winston show to be a critical thinker throughout the book?
Last edited by rosygtorres; 05-25-2008 at 01:22 AM. Reason: adding on to question
Interesting concept, but not one I agree with too much.Originally Posted by rosygtorres
The main part of critical thinking is analysis and Winston never quite reaches the inescapable conclusion that he can't beat the system. He only processes part of the facts, seeing things which cannot happen - the proles revolting, the Brotherhood existing, that he can make a difference in any way at all.
I think you could make a case that he tries to think critically, but fails miserably. In the context of Oceania, critical thinking is a thoughtcrime. Winston realises this, but never quite makes the next jump.
Go to work, get married, have some kids, pay your taxes, pay your bills, watch your tv, follow fashion, act normal, obey the law and repeat after me: "I am free."
Anon
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