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Antagonists Reflecting the System

  • Captain Beatty embodies the oppressive system, using knowledge cynically to maintain control.
  • His character underscores how intelligence, when misused, can perpetuate ignorance and conformity.

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Cardiologist, scientist, and former airborne officer

Ray Bradbury’s Fahrenheit 451 explores the dangers of censorship and societal conformity through the transformative journey of Guy Montag, a fireman who begins questioning his role in suppressing knowledge. Highlighting themes of intellectual freedom, personal growth, and the power of choice, the novel remains a timeless critique of oppression and escapism​.

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