The problem with the “Technology is Bad” narrative

Ray Bradbury is without a doubt a gifted writer. His book has been a cultural milestone and has been taught in educational institutions across the world

In Fahrenheit 451, he puts across an overarching theme of a dystopian future in which books are banned and technology has engulfed the masses. That is the selling point of the book, and ironically my main issue with it.

While the author paints an accurate picture of people’s reduced concentration spans and an increase in consumerism, majority of the book is spent chastising technology and with it, all its future advancements.