Fahreinheit 451 Review

In this review, I will talk about Fahreinheit 451, the reason why it was challenged, and my opinion on the book. No spoilers.

Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury revolves around a dystopian world where knowledge and thought is suppressed. TV rooms are used in order to entertain society in order to keep people from wanting to expand on their views and ideas. Any ownership of a book results in a house fire, burning everything in and out. 

An interesting thing about this book is that it was challenged by a parent of a child on December 1, 2017, in the school district of Santa Rosa in Florida. The parents challenged the book because of the book’s profanity and using God’s name in vain. This, along with the book's glimpse on a world where possession of books are banned and thought is limited lead to the book being reviewed by a committee. After a review committee evaluation, a superintendent, who supported intellectual freedom, decided to retain the book in the school

I believe that everyone should be able to read the book, “Fahrenheit 451” because it can expand the reader’s imagination and can introduce the reader to a world where all books are burnt and curiosity is limited. Curiosity helps readers discover something intriguing and unique, and I think that many readers would enjoy exploring the consequences of limited knowledge, curiosity, and communication. I think that acknowledging the consequences of limited knowledge, curiosity, and communication can help readers realize that a society without it would eventually collapse.  The message the book heavily focuses on throughout the book is also powerful by highlighting the importance of knowledge and thought.

I would rate this book 9/10. I strongly suggest that you read this book because of the message and the ideas the author focuses on throughout the story. The book is impactful and makes the reader curious for the ending. The reason that I took off a point from this book was because  at times, it can get gloomy and slow. 

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  1. Gabe DavisNovember 4, 2020 at 11:40 AM

    Well done! You delivered as you promised, there were no spoilers. I have heard about this book, and as far as I remember I haven't read it, but may some time in the future. I found it quite ironic, as I am sure others did, that someone wanted a book about suppressing thought to be banned. The concept of this book reminds me of 1984 a little bit.

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