Fahrenheit 451 is a seminal dystopian novel set in a future where books are banned and firemen are tasked with burning them. The story follows Guy Montag, a fireman who begins to question the oppressive regime and his role in it after meeting a free-spirited neighbor, Clarisse.
As Montag’s disillusionment grows, he seeks knowledge and truth in a society that suppresses both. Bradbury’s novel is a powerful exploration of censorship, conformity, and the role of literature in society, making it a timeless critique of authoritarianism.
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