Fahrenheit 451 Research Paper

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Throughout the novel Fahrenheit 451, Ray Bradbury uses the theme of man vs. self to help Montag choose his purpose in life. For example, Guy Montag is “driven by the flame” (pg. 1). 2. At the beginning of the book, but later says to himself: “I can’t do it. how can I go on this new assignment, how can I go on burning things?” (pg. 106. The 'Standard' of the 'Standard'. As a fireman, Montag burned books for most of his life, but has begun to see the benefits of reading the books he must destroy. Now he must set off on another assignment that contradicts his new beliefs, but he does not know if he can endure creating even one more fire. Deep inside, Montag realizes he must resist causing more damage, even if it means defying both his profession