How Does Faber Influence Spurs Montag

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Faber is a very guiding and influential force who helps Montag take a risk toward a change in society. When Montag meets with Faber, Faber’s influence spurs Montag to action very quickly in their conversation. This is evident when Faber makes a joke and Montag takes it very seriously by saying that they should “plant the books, turn in the alarm, and see the firemen’s houses burn” (82). He is already being affected by Faber by not lashing out irrationally, instead, he is formulating a logical plan to change society's point of view on the world. His plan is demonstrated when Faber gives Montag the green bullet with intent to be less of a coward as he starts to help Montag. Even when Faber says, “Do you hate me for this electronic cowardice of