Printed illustrated cover of Down and Out in Paris and London by George Orwell, photographed against white brick wall.

Down and Out in Paris and London

My own book cover interpretation of one of George Orwell's most well known fictional memoirs: "Down and Out in Paris and London" by George Orwell. Personal work by Marianna Madriz.
Illustrated cover of Down and Out in Paris and London by George Orwell, depicting two men sitting on a bench (respectively sleeping and smoking) by the Thames side river in London.

Down and Out in Paris and London

My own book cover interpretation of one of George Orwell's most well known fictional memoirs.

Personal work, 2025.
Colour pencils on paper, 13cm x 20cm.


Inspired by ...

It is a feeling of relief, almost of pleasure, at knowing yourself at last genuinely down and out.

From Down and Out in Paris and London by George Orwell, 1933.