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Fahrenheit 451

Fahrenheit 451. Mythology is not dead…. The Quote. “Old Montag wanted to fly near the sun and now that he’s burnt his damn wings, he wonders why. Didn’t I hint enough when I sent the Hound around your place?” (p. 113). The Reference.

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Fahrenheit 451

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  1. Fahrenheit 451 Mythology is not dead…

  2. The Quote • “Old Montag wanted to fly near the sun and now that he’s burnt his damn wings, he wonders why. Didn’t I hint enough when I sent the Hound around your place?” (p. 113)

  3. The Reference • Beatty refers to the myth of Icarus, told in Ovid’s first-century poem The Metamorphoses. • A version can be found at http://www.island-ikaria.com/culture/myth.asp

  4. The Assignment • Why does Bradbury compare Montag to Icarus? How does this shed light on Montag’s development? • Extra Credit: Find one other reference to mythology. You must site the exact quote and page number. • Due: Next Class

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