Does Orwell think women are more or less suceptible to dehumanization?

What a great question.

If you
take a look at what we know about general differences between women and men, Orwell
might take the same notice that most of mankind does. Women are emotional, men are
logical. In this regard, women could often be interpreted as experiencing more of
humanity, but that doesn't necessarily make it true.

In
1984, I see Julia's emotion much more clearly than male emotion of
any of the male characters. Julia has moments of a complete carefree spirit, rebellion,
love, passion and fun. Winston struggles to have these but wants all of these. Thus, I
do believe Orwell makes the suggestion whether intentional or not that women are less
suceptible to dehumanization.

The consistent references to
the woman outside who does her laundry and sings demonstrates less suceptibility to
dehumanization as well. She maintains her regular duties and cares with fervor and
pleasure. These are extremely human qualities that I don't think you see in animals, or
as much in men. That's not to say men aren't capable of such, I just think you see it
more in women.