Notes – Part Two The Sieve and the Sand Fahrenheit 451 Notes – Part Two The Sieve and the Sand

Title Metaphor Montag’s frustration Can’t grasp truth/knowledge In books and life Can’t “fill” himself

Former profession (Literature Prof.) Faber Represents knowledge Former profession (Literature Prof.) Imagery Color White Skin, walls, hair, beard, eyes, etc. Portrayed as pure/unspoiled

Leisure Ironic It’s the one thing they do have. Technology Allows for free time How are we using it?

Self-Destruction Millie sees Montag “a wax doll melting in its own heat.” “Salamander devours its tail.” Faber’s plan to burn houses

Microcosm Microcosm – a small world Women’s gathering Represents society Attitude towards war, children, etc. Happiness = Illusion Montag’s hatred of them Represents his hatred of society

Poem Themes Loss of faith Desire for happiness Sand and Water Two symbols throughout the book

Beatty Series of quotes Beatty vs. Faber Angel and Devil on Montag’s shoulders Reflects on going struggle (in Montag) Good and Evil

Final Scene Montag’s Choice Books over Society Strips him of his former life