Fan Casting Fahrenheit 451

In Ray Bradbury's dystopian novel "Fahrenheit 451," Guy Montag, a fireman, burns books in a society that suppresses knowledge and critical thinking. Montag's encounter with the free-spirited Clarisse McClellan and his wife Mildred's suicide attempt lead him to question his role and the oppressive nature of their world. He begins to secretly read books, eventually joining a group of book-loving outcasts who memorize literature to preserve it. The novel explores themes of censorship, conformity, and the power of knowledge, ultimately advocating for intellectual freedom and the dangers of a society that suppresses individuality.