The Spanish Civil War significantly impacted George Orwell's works, deepening his critique of totalitarianism. Witnessing the conflict firsthand as a volunteer, Orwell became disillusioned by the ideological complexities and brutality of war. This experience influenced his novel "Homage to Catalonia," which exposed the deficiencies of communism and the struggles of various factions. His observations of propaganda and manipulation during the war informed his later works, including "1984" and "Animal Farm," where he critiques authoritarian regimes. The war not only shaped his political perspectives but also highlighted the need for truth and integrity in literature, embedding these themes throughout his body of work.