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Harrison Bergeron
Book • 1961
Set in the year 2081, 'Harrison Bergeron' is a dystopian short story that critiques the concept of enforced equality.
In this future, the government mandates that everyone must be equal in every way, using handicaps to prevent anyone from being smarter, stronger, or more attractive than others.
The story follows Harrison Bergeron, a 14-year-old genius who rebels against these oppressive laws by breaking into a TV studio, removing his handicaps, and briefly showcasing his true abilities before being silenced by the Handicapper General.
The narrative explores themes of individual freedom, conformity, and the dangers of an overly controlling government.
In this future, the government mandates that everyone must be equal in every way, using handicaps to prevent anyone from being smarter, stronger, or more attractive than others.
The story follows Harrison Bergeron, a 14-year-old genius who rebels against these oppressive laws by breaking into a TV studio, removing his handicaps, and briefly showcasing his true abilities before being silenced by the Handicapper General.
The narrative explores themes of individual freedom, conformity, and the dangers of an overly controlling government.
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