The Odyssey, Fahrenheit 451, And The

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Obligation, responsibility, and control - such values have shaped the general public. Humankind, at large, is heavily dependent on the judgment of others, and people effectively act on this. As exemplified in The Odyssey by Homer, Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury, The Tempest by Shakespeare, and other scholarly articles, the human mind showcases many instances of conforming and cause-and-effect relationships. Hence, the state of a community and the individuals in it reflect each other; neither exists separately, as a community can only exist with the individuals in it, while it is human nature to crave companionship. We shape each other: from the beginnings of society, mutual aid and religion, society becomes defined by us. Community, an entity …show more content…
The misconception of happiness being based on social constructs like money fails to recognize true human nature. To develop a deeper understanding of what links us together, it is imperative to consider the effect other people have on your life. For as long as the human race has existed, relationships have proved necessary. Faber and Guy Montag in Ray Bradbury’s book Fahrenheit 451 develop a relationship of mutual interest: reviving society’s awareness. Their beginning is marked with Montag expressing, “I just want someone to hear what I have to say. And I want you to teach me to understand what I read” (78). Montag’s own desperation was his purpose for seeking out Faber, who seemed to have what he needed. Yet, Faber later expressed, “I feel like I’m doing what I should’ve done a long time ago. For a little while I’m not afraid”
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