Orwell merely used this word for lack of a better word. The word ‘nationalism’ used in this essay was not used in an ordinary sense, especially at times where the emotion he was referring to does not attach itself to a nation. However, I believe the contrary, that is, he realized that he was also filled with the many traits he criticized, and by realizing this, he was able to conduct a thorough investigation about many intellectual failings in the one place where some reliable evidence could be obtained – that is, his own mind. Many who disagree with his opinions usually label him as being self-righteous and too hypocritical to admit that he was not immune from the many traits he harshly criticized. Many admire him for this criticalness, and some, who received his criticism, may despise him for it. “Notes on Nationalism” by George Orwell shows how Orwell utilized his writings to pierce through intellectual hypocrisy and expose those who deceive not only others, but also themselves.
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