Many authors write dystopian literature to voice their fears about the potential dangers of the ideals present in their society. Both Aldous Huxley's novel "Brave New World" and George Orwell's novel "1984" depict dystopian societies. Despite having different plots, both novels demonstrate the importance of conformity and the lack of personal attachments in maintaining order within a dystopian society. In “Brave New World," the element of individuality versus conformity is portrayed throughout the novel. Citizens of the World State are expected to follow many unspoken rules, or else they will be shunned. For example, individuals are expected to consume soma whenever they feel strong emotions or just want a break from reality. Although, when …show more content…
In both "Brave New World" and "1984", conformity is emphasized to maintain societal order within their dystopian worlds. The World State's motto, "Community, Identity, Stability," illustrates the fundamental need for consistency within the community. The phrase shows the desire for collective well-being over individuality, which is enforced through conditioning and social pressures. On the other hand, the dystopian society portrayed in "1984" is one where authoritarian rule and surveillance are used to enforce conformity. Similar to the World State, the slogan “War is Peace, Freedom is Slavery, Ignorance is Strength” captures the Party’s subtle manipulation of facts as it restricts their citizens from free thought. Overall, the depiction of dystopia in “1984” is more effective as a pessimistic reflection of what society might become. This is due to the Party’s total authority over the population. They closely monitor their citizens and forbid any thoughts that deviate from their propaganda. Even if someone simply thinks about something that deviates from the norm, they will be imprisoned and