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In our society we think of relationships generally as a good thing. When a person forms new relationships with people that they respect or admire, then we expect their lives to change for the better. In George Orwell’s 1984 Winston’s relationships with Julia, O’Brien, and Mr. Charrington create the conflict in the story. Winston’s hate for The Party is what fueled his relationship with Julia, because when he was with Julia he felt that he was spiting the party and rebelling against it. After Winston and Julia formed their relationship the two risked being seen in public together to plan their next rendezvous. They also risked venturing into prole neighborhoods, where they did not belong, to be together. During Winston and Julia’s secret time together they also did many other things that were prohibited by the Party such as: sex, and eating and drinking foods and drinks that they were not allowed to have. As their relationship continued along they began to see each other privately more frequently, and for longer amounts of time in Charrington’s upstairs room in his shop. Winston’s love for Julia made him do things that he knew were irrational, risky and ultimately lead to his demise.
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