Ray Bradbury – Fahrenheit 451 – First UK Edition 1954
£850.00
A first edition, first printing published by Rupert Hart-Davis in 1954. A very good+ (or better) book without inscriptions – damp-staining to the lower boards with some spotting to the page edges. In a very good clipped wrapper with some light fading to the spine as is usual with this title. Some wear and nicking to the edges.
Throughout the novel, Bradbury explores themes such as the importance of literature, the dangers of censorship and conformity, the power of knowledge, and the role of technology in shaping society. “Fahrenheit 451” is often seen as a warning about the potential consequences of a society that prioritises entertainment and conformity over intellectual freedom and critical thinking.
The novel’s enduring relevance lies in its warning about the dangers of suppressing dissenting voices and the importance of preserving and cherishing knowledge and individuality. It has been adapted into various forms, including a 1966 film and a 2018 HBO television series, both of which have helped keep its message alive for new generations of readers and viewers.
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A first edition, first printing published by Rupert Hart-Davis in 1954. A very good+ (or better) book without inscriptions – damp-staining to the lower boards with some spotting to the page edges. In a very good clipped wrapper with some light fading to the spine as is usual with this title. Some wear and nicking to the edges.
Throughout the novel, Bradbury explores themes such as the importance of literature, the dangers of censorship and conformity, the power of knowledge, and the role of technology in shaping society. “Fahrenheit 451” is often seen as a warning about the potential consequences of a society that prioritises entertainment and conformity over intellectual freedom and critical thinking.
The novel’s enduring relevance lies in its warning about the dangers of suppressing dissenting voices and the importance of preserving and cherishing knowledge and individuality. It has been adapted into various forms, including a 1966 film and a 2018 HBO television series, both of which have helped keep its message alive for new generations of readers and viewers.
