Fahrenheit 451: In the beginning of the novel Montag is unaware of the flaws in his society, but because of Clarise he begins to question his society. Montag started to question the society after taking a look in books. He started secretly reading books without others noticing. “Wasn't there a wall between him and Mildred, when you came down to it? Literally not just one wall but, so far, three! And expensive, too! And the uncles are in! Not to mention Mildred. Montag's growing dissatisfaction with his shallow relationship with his wife, Mildred, prompts him to question the emptiness of his existence and the values upheld by society. He begins to recognize the barriers, both physical and emotional, separating him from genuine human connection and fulfillment. …show more content…
He moved his eyes quickly away." Montag's encounter with Clarisse, a young girl who questions the norms of society, plants the seeds of doubt in his mind. His brief moment of reflection hints at an awakening awareness of the hidden truths and suppressed knowledge within his society. "With the brass nozzle in his fists, with this great python spitting its venomous kerosene upon the world, the blood pounded in his head, and his hands were the hands of some amazing conductor playing all the symphonies of blazing and burning to bring down the tatters and charcoal ruins of history." Montag's description of his actions as a fireman reveals the superficial excitement and power he feels while destroying books. He is oblivious to the value and significance of literature, viewing it merely as fuel for destruction. “It's a pleasure to burn”