"Feeling that it was time for him to do something, Bernard also jumped up and shouted: "I hear him; He's coming." But it wasn't true. He heard nothing and, for him, nobody was coming."
~ Brave New World, page 84
During the Ford's Day Solidarity Service, the invocation reveals not only the ideals of their religion, but both a parallelism and juxtaposition with Christianity. The citizens believe that everyone is meant for everyone else, and to an extent, that is a belief of Christianity. We also learn that Ford is very comparable to Jesus, and was a defining figure of this religion; he also has a Second Coming. Despite these similarities, the rituals are extremely different. The Solidarity Services are based on heightened sensation and excitement. Christian masses are based on self-denial and withdrawal of human impulses as a sacrifice to God. Also, the Solidarity stresses everyone blending together to create one identity of stability for the community. Christianity also strives for unity, but also emphasizes each person to contribute their individuality to the union.
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Tuesday, July 5, 2011
Monday, July 4, 2011
Situational Irony (Chapter 3/ Pages 30-56)
" 'He has had other girls, hasn't he?'
Lenina admitted it.
'Of course he does. Trust Henry Foster to be the perfect gentleman.' "
~ Brave New World, page 42
Situational irony is found throughout this chapter. One example is while the Director and the students are observing playtime for the children. When they see two children engaged in the "rudimentary sexual game," unexpectedly, the Director replies with, "Charming, charming!" at these "childish amusements." The irony revealed in this situation is that in our world, this would be disappointing and intolerable to a witnessing adult. Also, the phrase "childish amusements" would be inaccurate today; "erotic play" is supposed to be reserved for adults.
Another example is when Lenina and Fanny discuss the men they are going out with. At hearing Lenina say that she has been having Henry Foster for only four months, Fanny reacts with surprise at this lapse of good character. It parallels the first example by showing the differences in the guidelines and standards of morality between the two worlds. In modern society, monogamy and long-term relationships are encouraged and religiously correct, while solidarity in every aspect of life is morally right in their world.
Lenina admitted it.
'Of course he does. Trust Henry Foster to be the perfect gentleman.' "
~ Brave New World, page 42
Situational irony is found throughout this chapter. One example is while the Director and the students are observing playtime for the children. When they see two children engaged in the "rudimentary sexual game," unexpectedly, the Director replies with, "Charming, charming!" at these "childish amusements." The irony revealed in this situation is that in our world, this would be disappointing and intolerable to a witnessing adult. Also, the phrase "childish amusements" would be inaccurate today; "erotic play" is supposed to be reserved for adults.
Another example is when Lenina and Fanny discuss the men they are going out with. At hearing Lenina say that she has been having Henry Foster for only four months, Fanny reacts with surprise at this lapse of good character. It parallels the first example by showing the differences in the guidelines and standards of morality between the two worlds. In modern society, monogamy and long-term relationships are encouraged and religiously correct, while solidarity in every aspect of life is morally right in their world.
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