Fahrenheit 451 And 1551 Critical Lens Quotes

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This quote occurs in the novel when a woman who possessed books was ignited and killed herself in the flames. In this quote, Beatty explains to Montag that the words the woman spoke by a man named Latimer to Nicholas Ridley. Latimer and Ridley were Protestants who wanted to strengthen the protestant religion in England, even though it was against Queen Mary's will. Latimer and Ridley were punished for their beliefs and were burned alive at Oxford on October 16, 1555. Latimer said this quote to Ridley in attempt to provide him with hope. Readers can infer that Bradbury used this quote to teach readers how willing the lady was to die with her books, and her beliefs and values. This woman wants to be a beacon to the firemen and others who believe

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