How Montag Changes In Fahrenheit 451

Fahrenheit 451 is a dystopian novel by Ray Bradbury. The novel presents a future American society where books are outlawed and "firemen" burn any that are found. The major character named Montag that is a third-generation fireman has changed by himself, and exteral facter. Guy Montag is a fireman who burns books in a futuristic city. In Montag’s world, firemen start fires rather than putting them out. The people in this society do not read books, enjoy nature, spend time by themselves, and think independently. he is very proud about his job. “Of course, I am happy ”(p8). At the begining of the novel, Montag just a normal fireman who really like his job. he is enjoy to burn books and the expression in people’s eyes. he just do the same work every day. this fact let him have the inquisitive to change. …show more content…
After meeting Clarisse, Guy Montag begins to question things in ways he's never done before. Clarisse tells Montag that she had once heard that firemen used to put fires out, rather than start them. Montag laughs. Clarisse replies: "You laugh when I haven't been funny and you answer right off. You never stop to think what I've asked you." Clarisse clearly challenges Montag to "think" about things. Montag begins to question if he is happy. As the time continues, Montag's curiosity grows. He continues to question his life, his role as a fireman, and the supposed illegality and evil of books. This is a sign that Montag starts to