"Clockwork Orange" is a dystopian novel written by Anthony Burgess, published in 1962. The story follows Alex, a young delinquent who enjoys committing acts of violence and crime in a futuristic society. The narrative is told in a unique slang called Nadsat, which combines English with Russian influences, making it distinctive and challenging. The novel explores themes of free will, morality, and the impact of state control on individual behavior. After being arrested, Alex undergoes an experimental treatment designed to condition him against violence, raising questions about the ethics of using psychological manipulation to enforce societal norms.