There are also some characters in this book like Mildred, Mildred’s friends and Beatty that conform to society's rules and don’t have a valuable opinion about important subjects in life. For example, Mrs. Phelps said “I’ll let Pete do all the worrying, Not me. I’m not worried” (Bradbury 91) This proves that she has no concern for the war or her husband's health. This quote is also important because it shows us that people are so consumed in technology and in having “fun”, that they don’t pay attention to much more important subjects in life like for example wars. Another quote said by Mrs. Bowles “ I voted last election, same as everyone, and I laid it on the line for President Noble. I think he’s one of the nicest looking men ever became
