Dystopian novel
Definition
Dystopian novel is a form of speculative fiction that began as a response to utopian literature. A dystopia is an imagined community or society that is dehumanizing and frightening.
1984 by Orwell
Brave New Word by Huxley
Lord of the Flies by Golding
Plot
Setting
It is the story of Winston Smith, a low-ranking member of the "Party", frustrated by the omnipresent eyes of the party and its disturbing ruler Big Brother. Big Brother controls every aspect of people's lives. So he tried to rebel against Big Brother but he couldn't.
World diveded into 3 blocks: Oceania, Eurasia and Eastasia. London, capital of AirstripOne, part of Oceania.
main themes
total control
negation of humanity
fear
rebellion
ignorance
Setting
Main themes
Plot
In this society, emotions and individuality are conditioned by young children and there are no lasting relationships. Everything is based on science and efficiency.
London capital of the World State in the year 632AF (After Ford) corresponding to 2540 AD
Negation of humanity
Total control over the classes (from young age)
The cost of happiness
Industrialism and Consumption
Technology and science
Setting
Main themes
Plot
Group of young boys who find themselves alone on a desert island after a plane crash develop rules and a system of organization, but without adults to serve as a civilizing impulse, the children eventually become violent and brutal.
Eden-like island in the Pacific orIndian Ocean
Human being
Irrationality or rationality
Fear
Rebellion
Civilization
Common themes
Technology and science
Freedom
Control
Brave New Word
Lord of the Flies
1984
Telescreen, microphones, Big Brother, Inner Party, Thought Police, Ministery of Truth
Children are accustomed to certain behaviors according to their social class
Jack's gang influenced by the "beast"
Brave New Word
Lord of the flies
1984
telescreen with microphones
DNA control, babies are born in wombs
Glasses and fire
Brave New Word
Lord of the Flies
1984
"Freedom is slavery"
Bernerd and Lenina went to Pueblo
"My freedom ends when yours begins" does not exist
Nicole Adragna