Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury can teach the reader that curiosity is a rooted trait within humans. Within the text, the protagonist Montag evolves from an unhappy average citizen to a rebel in hiding. Montag’s curiosity connects to the reader in that the idea that something is forbidden (in this case, books and ideas) often makes it more attractive. This has been seen repeatedly throughout history, such as during prohibition. Furthermore, Montag is relatable to the reader in that his defiance and curiosity throughout the story are ultimately what set him free. It is ironic that within this dystopian society, books are to be burned, and yet as a reader you are partaking in what would be considered punishable by law in this unpleasant futuristic world. Ultimately, the lesson that can be taken from the text is that curiosity about the world and the things within it will always light fire within people; therefore, rules and regulations will continuously be challenged and changed.
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