Fahrenheit 451
Later in their conversation, Faber says, “Those who don’t build must burn. It’s as old as history and juvenile delinquents.” What does he mean? Do you agree or disagree with this idea? Explain.
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This quote is really speaking to the cycle of creation and destruction which the essence of life. It isn't enough to put labels on the dichotomy of destruction and creation. They are both part of the same shadow. Destruction was overdue on society in the book. Society was rotten and needed to be purged so something new could take its place.