Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury
In a future where books are outlawed, a fireman is tasked with burning them.
Summary
Fahrenheit 451 is a dystopian novel by Ray Bradbury, published in 1953. It is set in an unspecified future time after the year 1960. The novel presents a future American society where books are outlawed and firemen burn any that are found. The story is told by Guy Montag, a fireman who becomes disillusioned with his role of censoring literature and destroying knowledge, eventually quitting his job and committing himself to the preservation of literary and cultural writings.
Interpretation
Fahrenheit 451 is a warning about the dangers of censorship and the power of knowledge. It is a cautionary tale about the consequences of suppressing ideas and the importance of freedom of thought. Bradbury's novel is a powerful indictment of a society that values conformity over individuality and ignorance over knowledge.
Who is this book for?
Fahrenheit 451 is suitable for adults and young adults alike.
Keywords
Dystopian, Censorship, Knowledge, Freedom, Thought