Fahrenheit 451
by Ray Bradbury
Fahrenheit 451 isn't just a story about burning books; it's a vivid warning about a future that feels disturbingly within reach. In a world where thinking is discouraged, and conformity is the norm, we're introduced to a society that has traded in curiosity and critical thought for the shallow comfort of mindless entertainment. The protagonist, Guy Montag, is a fireman whose job isn’t to put out fires but to ignite them—specifically, to destroy books, the last bastion of free thinking.
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Kimberly Hatch Harrison discusses Fahrenheit 451
Fahrenheit 451
The Classic by Ray Bradbury
In a world where books are banned and critical thinking is discouraged, fireman Guy Montag's job is to burn the very knowledge that could set minds free. As he begins to question the purpose of his work, Montag finds himself on a dangerous path to enlightenment.
“I never really thought about it as a book about censorship, but rather it’s a cautionary tale, giving us a picture of a kind of society we could easily slouch towards, where people would rather not be using their brains. The main character was content, or normal in that society, until something woke him up.”
Kimberly Hatch Harrison
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