Thomas J Clark answers “Did anyone else found quite revealing that...”

Damian asked this question about Fahrenheit 451:

Did anyone else found quite revealing that Captain Beatty would know so many different book quotes off the top of his head? It seams to me he was an avid reader. What are your thoughts on this?

Thomas J Clark There is a part in the book as Montag is on the run he is recalling the murder of Beatty. This allures to the fact that Beatty was indeed well read, b…moreThere is a part in the book as Montag is on the run he is recalling the murder of Beatty. This allures to the fact that Beatty was indeed well read, but his view of books is skewed by his duty as a fire chief. I believe Beatty, when faced with his imminent death, is conflicted with an inner dichotomy. Outwardly he distrust the words in the books he’s read, but his inner self is screaming with guilt over the life he’s chosen. In the end, he welcomes death as a release from his subconscious struggles and as justice for his secret thoughts.(less)

flag

About Goodreads Q&A

Ask and answer questions about books!

You can pose questions to the Goodreads community with Reader Q&A, or ask your favorite author a question with Ask the Author.

See Featured Authors Answering Questions

Learn more