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Ray Bradbury's Fahrenheit 451: Hopeful Futures in Dystopian Narratives

Good Faith

CHAPTER

The Technology-Induced Decline of Reading and Critical Thought

This chapter examines how technology and modern distractions have negatively affected reading habits, leading to a significant decline in deep engagement with literature. It highlights the concerning trend of students starting college without having read a book, stressing the cultural implications for critical thinking and individual freedom, with references to Ray Bradbury's warnings about the loss of literary appreciation.

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