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This is where 1984 and Brave New World diverge. In 1984 people obeyed because they were afraid. In Brave New World, which is closer to reality, people fell into
by branchless 11y ago
This is where 1984 and Brave New World diverge. In 1984 people obeyed because they were afraid. In Brave New World, which is closer to reality, people fell into the arms of the big stage. They wanted it.
That is why Brave New World is far more chilling.
- caskance 11y agoOh no, people are wanting and getting things you don't approve of. How terrible.
- jacquesm 11y agoAnother good read on the same subject: This Perfect Day by Ira Levin.
- branchless 11y agoThanks. Allow me to return the favour: www.amazon.com/We-Yevgeny-Zamyatin/dp/0140185852
- jacquesm 11y agoThank you!