The air was cool, warmed only by a brilliant sun that stood high in the sky. the bare branches of the trees swelled with leaves that were about to emerge. green spikes were thrusting through the earth in the flower beds. in sunny spots in the yard, the yellow buds of daffodils were practically open, and hyacinth clusters were changing from green to pink or white. although it was only the middle of march, spring was coming to atlanta, georgia. when does the story take place?

animal farm, written by george orwell, is a representation of russia after the revolution that led stalin to take over power.

in this excerpt, the central idea seems to be that the animals (a representation of society), when they believe to be working for a greater good and equality, are obedient and productive. they were convinced that, after expelling the owner (jones) from the farm, they would live in harmony and be fairly treated.

as we know, the pigs become the leaders and grow more selfish and dictatorial with time. in the end, they look and act in a way so similar to humans that it is impossible to tell the difference. the ideals of equality are shattered, and the farm turns out to be worse than it was before. the animals are manipulated with false propaganda and forced to work in order to enrich the pigs.

why does the crew join ahab's quest without hesitation?