Rebellion In Fahrenheit 451

“If they give you ruled paper, write the other way,” (Juan Ramon Jimenez). In Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury, Captain Beatty and Faber both contribute to the theme. They both influence Guy Montag to rebel in different ways throughout the book. Faber encourages Guy to rebel, Beatty encourages Montag to be against the rebellion, and both help contribute to the theme (rebellion). Faber wants Guy to rebel and read books. “I know a man who printed our college paper half a century ago,” (Bradbury, Pg. 85). Faber asked that because he wants to print copies of books to have more. As an old, retired English professor, he enjoys the art of literature. Although he is a coward that hides in his home, he wants Guy and other people to begin reading like they used to. “Mr. Montag, you are looking at a coward,” (Bradbury, Pg. 78). Even though Faber is a coward, he helps Guy to “write the other way” or in other words, rebel. Captain Beatty wants Montag to rebel the rebellion. As the chief of
Since they influence Guy’s actions, they play an important role in the theme. “Plant the books, turn in an alarm, and see the firemen’s houses burn…” (Bradbury, Pg. 82). They plan to get the firemen arrested and burn their homes. Since they planned to burn the houses of firemen, it makes them rebellious. “When will you be well,” (Bradbury, Pg. 51). Meanwhile, Beatty wants Montag to go back to work burning books. Both are crucial for the rebellion of Montag. Faber and Beatty are essential characters. They make Montag rebel in different ways. Faber want Guy to continue reading books and rebel. Captain Beatty wants Montag to continue burning books and rebel the rebellion. Without them, Montag wouldn’t have changed or helped contribute to the theme. Without Faber and Beatty, Montag wouldn’t have been encouraged to rebel, he would of continued burning books, and he wouldn’t have helped contribute to the