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Cover of Shooting an Elephant and other Essays

Shooting an Elephant and other Essays

George Orwell

Narrated by Asif Ali Beg

Released
September 18, 2026
Length
23 mins
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Unabridged Audiobook
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Storyside IN
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The essay recounts the experience of an English narrator, possibly Orwell, as he is tasked with shooting an aggressive elephant while working as a police officer in Burma. Although he is reluctant, the expectations of the local community compel him to carry out the act. The story explores themes of moral conflict and the impact of difficult decisions.
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