Fahrenheit 451 Faber Analysis

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Faber means that he doesn't talk pointlessly, but rather meaningfully. He cares about things that matter and speaks on them, unlike most people at the time (in the book). With his knowledge and words he can make a change. He has a voice, which he uses to an extent. Faber is aware of his potential- “and know I'm alive”- and he isn't afraid to say so. However all of his appreciation for facts and information is put to bed because it doesn’t follow what society has in store for everyone. He hides away his books in fear of breaking the mold. The author flashed back telling readers about a time that Montag had met Faber a year earlier. During their encounter Faber actually wrote down his address and gave it to Montag, without the acknowledgements that he was a fireman. Faber is bold and has a strong sense of appreciation.

Faber sees himself as a wimp. “Only cowards hide …show more content…

Not only does it symbolize destruction, it also represents rediscovery and the need for knowledge. Every negative side has another part to it, so make it into something positive! Flames were a way of getting rid of problems. In this case Captain Beatty is talking to Montag. He thought of Montag as a concern to many people including himself. There was one way that he was taught how to fix sticky situations- with fire. Captain wanted to send Montag into flames! “Nothing to rot later,” Beatty had said and this is very true. On a better note fire also signifies knowledge and discovery. “Her face, turned to him now, was fragile milk crystal with a soft and constant light in it. It was not the hysterical light of electricity but-- what? But the strangely comfortable and rare and gently flattering light of the candle” (Page 7). This statement is about Clarisse’s face. Her looks were soft and inviting and her personality was on fire. She helped Montag find himself. The fire that lit up in her face brings out the rediscovery everyone should get a taste

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