Fahrenheit 451 (1953)

Overview

"Fahrenheit 451" is a dystopian science fiction novel by American writer Ray Bradbury, first published in 1953. The story is set in a future American society where books are banned and "firemen" burn any that are found. The protagonist, Guy Montag, is a fireman who begins to question his role and the value of what he destroys after meeting a young woman. The novel explores themes of censorship, the importance of literature, and critical thinking for the individual and civilization. The title refers to the temperature at which paper ignites.