Harrison Bergeron
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In Harrison Bergeron by Kurt Vonnegut, the writer manages to wittily employ a variety of literary techniques to convey important otherwise understood as idealistic themes such as equality, government 'assistance' and support in achieving such ideal forms of society, and brainwashing potential. Although 'interpretation' is a bad word for this class- The writer manages to build otherwise ordinary characters into intriguing and interesting characters filled with subtleties and symbolism. For instance, Hazel's character is almost representative of all those in society who not only appreciate the system but also probably benefit from it. Her fear of the collapse of the system is deeply rooted in the typical characteristic of human nature that fears change in societal regulation, even if it is potentially for the better. Simultaneously, George, or the people who lose out from this system suffer, however unrecognisably "George was toying with the vague notion that maybe dancers shouldn't be handicapped."
The gloomy, mysterious and perhaps even painful atmosphere of the story is created by the writers choice of diction-shrieking doors, scattered thoughts, fleeing thoughts like bandits from a burglar alarm also largely contributing to imagery. The sarcastic and witty narration makes the story easy to read and keeps the reader engaged.
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