Ray Bradbury’s theme in “The Pedestrian”is that too much technology can lead to an unpleasant and sad life. Bradbury uses atmosphere to develop the theme in his short story “The Pedestrian” because it adds a sense of contrast to the writing to persuade the reader of his views. Bradbury explains this dystopian world by comparing the winter and the dessert, as well as, death and light. By using these specific atmospheres, he can clearly depict his theme to his audience. Bradbury includes phrases in his writing that reflect his atmosphere: “misty evening in November”, “frosty air”, “early November evening”, “crystal frost in the air”, “branches filled with invisible snow”, “frozen”, “...whistled a cold quiet whistle between his teeth”,“a wintry,
