DECODING THE DEPTHS: SYMBOLISM AND METAPHORICAL LANDSCAPE IN “FAHRENHEIT 451” BY RAY BRADBURY

Abstract

This article delves into the intricate metaphorical landscape of the novel, exploring how Bradbury transforms ordinary objects, characters, and events into powerful symbols of intellectual suppression, human resilience, and the eternal struggle for freedom of thought. By examining these symbols in depth, the article highlights the relevance of Bradbury's vision in a modern context, urging readers to reflect on the implications of censorship, technology, and the preservation of critical thinking.