Technology And Humanity In The Pedestrian By Ray Bradbury

Through the story “The Pedestrian”, Ray Bradbury, has chosen to make a statement about the impact of technology on our humanity and the way we think through technology. By putting the reader in Leonard Meads shoes he shows that mankind advanced to the point where society loses its humanity and most people spend their time inside on their viewing screens and walking is considered abnormal.
Bradbury gives us a glance into the future which is the main character’s life in the year 2053 to give the readers an idea of how mankind can end up. The author chose the character of Mr. Mead a man who seems to be different to display the humanity of mankind in a society where technology and government decisions have taken over. Mr. Mead goes on walks every