![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Orwell and Bradbury’s perspectives and views of authoritarian-based governments are similar, in that the underlying theme and message is based on that of autocratic governments maintaining their control via the use of oppressive practices as well as propaganda and censorship. Two well-acclaimed dystopian classics that have shaped the minds of readers over the past couple centuries are 1984 and Fahrenheit 451 written by George Orwell and Ray Bradbury respectively. Every one of these components, trailed by a more extensive world view brought by the Internet, have added to a more prominent awareness among young adults about many social issues in the world today. The world that young adults of today are experiencing is vastly unlike from that of their predecessors, the reason being multiple global events, from the consequences of the World Wars, sparking major changes on a global scope, to the emergence of evolving technology. In a time of fear and anxiety, the dystopian genre has become more popular in pop culture, in that they provide audiences with a different aspect of entertainment, while offering a sense of comfort and control. However, in the course of recent decades, it has turned out to be increasingly popular, especially after the turn of the century. Dystopian literature has been around for quite some time, shaping the minds of young readers. ![]()
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