"Fahrenheit 451"

"Fahrenheit 451" by Ray Bradbury is a dystopian novel set in a future society where books are banned to prevent critical thinking and dissent. Firemen burn any remaining books, reinforcing conformity and superficial entertainment. The story follows Montag, a fireman who begins questioning this oppressive system after meeting a free-spirited young woman and encountering books that ignite his curiosity. The title refers to the temperature at which paper supposedly ignites and burns. The novel explores themes of censorship, knowledge, individuality, and the importance of intellectual freedom.