Eric Arthur Blair is most commonly known by his pen name, George Orwell. Orwell was a British author and journalist who is best known for his dystopian novels "Animal Farm" and "1984". He was a keen observer of the political and social issues of his time and his writing reflected this passion. In addition to his novels, Orwell wrote numerous essays about various topics such as politics, social justice, and the English language. Some synonyms for Eric Arthur Blair include George Orwell, Eric Blair, and his lesser-known pseudonym, H. Lewis Allways. Regardless of the name he used, Orwell's writing continues to be studied and appreciated by readers all over the world.