Total State: Comparing Dystopian Realities

The chapter delves into the concept of the total state as depicted in various dystopian novels like '1984', 'Brave New World', and 'That Hideous Strength'. It discusses the differences between totalitarian regimes in literature and the soft totalitarianism in the United States, exploring themes of social engineering and moral decay. The conversation also examines the implications of reprogramming humanity, the exhaustion from technological progress, and the potential shift towards a more sustainable lifestyle.