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by branchless 3955 days ago
This is where 1984 and Brave New World diverge. In 1984 people obeyed because they were afraid. In Brave New World, which is closer to reality, people fell into the arms of the big stage. They wanted it.

That is why Brave New World is far more chilling.

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Another good read on the same subject: This Perfect Day by Ira Levin.
Thanks. Allow me to return the favour:

www.amazon.com/We-Yevgeny-Zamyatin/dp/0140185852

Thank you!
Oh no, people are wanting and getting things you don't approve of. How terrible.