The World State is described by this phrase Mustapha Mond says to John “The Savage”. The drug called Soma has become an essential everyday item that no one can live without, and throughout the novel, this drug is used to “calm your anger” and “give you a holiday from the facts”. While it is unacceptable to take illegal drugs or misuse drugs in our society, in the World State it is not, which is why this passage is essential for understanding the book. Soma is a representation of just how much the world has changed overtime to the point where it is socially acceptable to use drugs for fun and relaxation. In fact, one of the main themes of the novel is the advancement of technology to create the consumption and production needed to stabilize
