Discourse in a Digital Age discussion

A little late, but here's the conversation thread for our Wednesday discussion of Ray Bradbury's classic dystopian treatment about free will and censorship. What have you to say about the plight and perils of Guy Montag? Any fun links to share? I rather like the Thug Notes treatment of the book...

Elaine is on the list to bring refreshments. Let us know if you have suggestions!

I won't be able to attend on Wednesday. Sorry, was looking forward to it.

Well, rats! We'll definitely miss you. What did you think of "Fahrenheit"? I couldn't warm to his style at all, and in spite of our current world situation, Bradbury seems very '50s to my jaded eye. Of course he would...

Sounds fun! Maybe next year... #bannedbooks

http://www.npr.org/2016/09/15/4941194...

Fun link, Anne. Thanks for sharing!

Here's another one I like that seemed relevant to the group, if not F 451. Do you think this is dumbing down our country, Lucy, or contributing to the growth of culture, Anne? http://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-wa...

Lucy wrote: "Well, rats! We'll definitely miss you. What did you think of "Fahrenheit"? I couldn't warm to his style at all, and in spite of our current world situation, Bradbury seems very '50s to my jaded eye..."

My reaction exactly -- Reminded me of Playhouse 90 era drama and characters. I've become too cynical to appreciate it now.