Fahrenheit 451

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Summary: OK
Review: The book was not that bad-but i wouldn't strongly recommend it. It was a bit weird for my liking.

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Summary: The White Clown Show is like the laser light shows of today
Review: Eerily prophetic, but (fortunately), more optimistic than "1984".

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Summary: A startling realization of how the world may turn out.
Review: This book ended abruptly, and in a way I didn't expect. I wouldn't recommend it to someone who doesn't appreciate science fiction books, or to someone who doesn't pick up weird storylines very well. Otherwise, it's a good book.

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Summary: Exellent!
Review: I feel Bradbury deserves the best of congratulations on writing this novel. The wording was perfect, the plot was thrilling, the creativity was of the kind that I've never seen before. It actually made me fear what the future is to bring. It's amazing that this novel was written in the 50's. I commend Bradbury on his wonderful work.

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Summary: A book full of dry characters and a confusing plot!
Review: I couldn't bring myself to finish this book! The plot was unorganized and hard to follow, and even though the general idea of the book intrigued me, I couldn't figure out what was going on!

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Summary: We're there
Review: I've been re-reading some sci-fi books of my youth. I am somewhat amazed at how prophetic some of those books were. This book, written now almost 50 years ago, is a sociological treatise of things to come; and unfortunately - it has come to fruition. I am equally amazed how accurate Bradbury's predictions were. How did he know? What insights did he have? Is he truly a seer? Was this written as a fanciful warning, or of what our society WOULD be? The televised helicopter chase scenes; being more familiar and comfortable with our television families - than our own flesh and bloods. A society composed of Mildreds. No critical thinking - just having FUN. Don't disturb us with thoughts and ideas. We're happy, and we intend to stay that way - at the expense of all else. The banning and the burning of books. The revising and shredding of ideas being performed not by the government -- but by pressures from the minorities, the majorities, the intellectuals, special interest freaks, 2nd rate entertainers. Political Correctness. This book should be required reading for all young people. If you find this book DISTURBING -- then you are already a Mildred. You have lost. Turn on your televisor, and seek solace and guidance from Oprah, Jerry, Geraldo, Brokaw, Rather, perky Katy, MTV, ESPN, The Action News Team, ...

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Summary: A frightening look at the future
Review: A pleaseant experience. Bradbury tells us a frightening story about a disturbing future who doesn't seems to be that far from the truth. Issues of censorship are very clear but it's not preachy. Just an excelent piece of storytelling.

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Summary: Didn't Like it!!
Review: Confusing, disturbing, and stupid are some of the few words to use when describing this book. Firemen who start fires?? Come on. Burning every book that exists, this isn't a look into the future. It's a look into Bradbury's twisted little mind. Bottom Line.... Don't waste your time.

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Summary: Great book about a bleak future. I read it in one day.
Review: Fahrenheit 451 is a novel about a future where books are banned, yet it makes you think is it possible? Ranks with 1984 and Brave New World in bleak future worlds where education is not widely promoted. A very scary thought for book lovers.

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Summary: A very disturbing book
Review: I thought this would be a interesting look at the future, and since it's heralded as a great classic, I decided to read it. I'm sorry, but this book is just DISTURBING. I couldn't even bring myself to finish it. The plot was confusing, the characters were dull, and the idea is to horrid to contemplate. The "hero", Guy Montag, is a strange man in the beginning, and becomes a fugitive murderer later on. Unless you want to see an awful, bleak look into the future, DO NOT READ FAHRENHEIT 451!