In the novel Brave New World, by Aldous Huxley, society is based on the motto “Community, Identity and Stability” (1). It becomes clear throughout the novel that the World State is not as stable as its leaders believe. People are breaking the rules of monogamy and the leaders do not see that conditioning is not working. Lenina, John are practicing monogamy as well as the Director of Hatcheries and Conditioning. People of the World State feel unfilled. Fanny Crowne, Bernard and Helmholtz all feel displeased with societies ways and are looking for something to complete their life. Mistakes in science have thrown off the hierarchy, breaking stability. Alcohol was put into an Alpha plus embryo. It is for these reasons that the World State is not
…show more content…
Societies displeasure with monogamy is shown when a young student on a tour of the Hatchery and Conditioning Centre says, “Human beings used to be…’ he hesitated; the blood rushed to his cheeks. ‘Well, they used to be viviparous.” (19). In this situation, the child’s hesitation and blushing shows the embarrassment society has towards monogamous relationships. Despite societies disapproval of monogamous relationships, Lenina, John and the Director take part in one throughout the novel. The reader first learns about Lenina’s monogamous relationship with Henry Foster when students are on a tour of the hatchery centre and Henry reminds Lenina of their date. Shortly after this encounter, Lenina and friend, Fanny Crowne begin speaking in a change room. Fanny tells Lenina that she is surprised her and Henry have been exclusive for so long and also suggests that Lenina become more promiscuous. Fanny’s recommendation to Lenina shows how people in theWorld State approve polygamous relationships and would prefer them over monogamy. Another individual who takes part in a monogamous lifestyle is John. John was born viviparous, a son to mother Linda and father …show more content…
Societies conditioning although perfected still has flaws, un fulfillment proves societies instability. The people of the World State are supposed to feel nothing but happiness and if they ever do not feel happy, they have soma to rely on. Characters such as Fanny, Bernard and Helmholtz are individuals that rely on soma quite often. If conditioning was perfect and society was stable, soma would not be needed. When first introduced to Fanny Crowne the reader immediately learns about how unfulfilled she feels. When she talks to Lenina she says she is interested it taking a pregnancy substitute to mimic the hormonal effects that occur while pregnant. Fanny states, “‘I’ve been feeling out of sorts lately,’ Fanny explained. ‘Dr. Wells advised me to have a pregnancy substitute.’” (32). In this situation, Fanny is showing her displeasure with life and feels that she must take medication to feel happy. If society was stable Fanny would feel happy all the time due to her conditioning. Two other individuals who are unfulfilled in the World State are Bernard and Helmholtz. Bernard is an Alpha-plus who is shorter then any other Alpha-plus, it is often rumoured that this is because there was alcohol put in his embryo during the production process. Bernard is not viewed or respected as an Alpha plus. This is hard for Bernard to handle as he has been conditioned to view himself as a stronger person then others. This is
Societies displeasure with monogamy is shown when a young student on a tour of the Hatchery and Conditioning Centre says, “Human beings used to be…’ he hesitated; the blood rushed to his cheeks. ‘Well, they used to be viviparous.” (19). In this situation, the child’s hesitation and blushing shows the embarrassment society has towards monogamous relationships. Despite societies disapproval of monogamous relationships, Lenina, John and the Director take part in one throughout the novel. The reader first learns about Lenina’s monogamous relationship with Henry Foster when students are on a tour of the hatchery centre and Henry reminds Lenina of their date. Shortly after this encounter, Lenina and friend, Fanny Crowne begin speaking in a change room. Fanny tells Lenina that she is surprised her and Henry have been exclusive for so long and also suggests that Lenina become more promiscuous. Fanny’s recommendation to Lenina shows how people in theWorld State approve polygamous relationships and would prefer them over monogamy. Another individual who takes part in a monogamous lifestyle is John. John was born viviparous, a son to mother Linda and father …show more content…
Societies conditioning although perfected still has flaws, un fulfillment proves societies instability. The people of the World State are supposed to feel nothing but happiness and if they ever do not feel happy, they have soma to rely on. Characters such as Fanny, Bernard and Helmholtz are individuals that rely on soma quite often. If conditioning was perfect and society was stable, soma would not be needed. When first introduced to Fanny Crowne the reader immediately learns about how unfulfilled she feels. When she talks to Lenina she says she is interested it taking a pregnancy substitute to mimic the hormonal effects that occur while pregnant. Fanny states, “‘I’ve been feeling out of sorts lately,’ Fanny explained. ‘Dr. Wells advised me to have a pregnancy substitute.’” (32). In this situation, Fanny is showing her displeasure with life and feels that she must take medication to feel happy. If society was stable Fanny would feel happy all the time due to her conditioning. Two other individuals who are unfulfilled in the World State are Bernard and Helmholtz. Bernard is an Alpha-plus who is shorter then any other Alpha-plus, it is often rumoured that this is because there was alcohol put in his embryo during the production process. Bernard is not viewed or respected as an Alpha plus. This is hard for Bernard to handle as he has been conditioned to view himself as a stronger person then others. This is