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Kurt Vonnegut’s “Harrison Bergeron” is a perfect example of a satire. He makes many statements about equality and how it relates to conformity, and has a very clear theme. Thoughts on communism are hinted at throughout the piece. Overall, there is much to ponder and question.
America has a tendency to try and make everyone feel special, so no one is left out or left behind. While this may seem like an excellent idea, sometimes it goes too far. When you give everyone the same prize, it lessens the feeling of accomplishment than if it had been more exclusive. In this story, Hazel Bergeron is seen as a perfect model for the rest of society. She is ugly, stupid, and weak, which is apparent from her lack of any and all handicaps. This is what all individuals presumably would aspire to. It almost seems as if she is rewarded for this, by not having to worry about blocks. The modern feeling of no one being excluded or feeling bad can have horrific consequences if it taken to such great lengths as in this futuristic tale.
With this story, Vonnegut is stating that equality does not always have to equal conformity. Does everyone have to be same to have the same rights? The seemingly obvious answer would be no, but controversy surrounds the question. He is also taking a not-so-subtle stab at communism. It seems workable and even a good idea in theory, but can have horrible results when put in practice. Trying to dumb down society is not the way to go. People should be inspired to achieve more, not forced to succeed less. Handicaps can be of our own making if we change ourselves to fit the standards of society. Plus, there is no perfect way to make every person equal in every way. Some people would have to have control over others to organize and regulate the handicaps. What is one person’s opinion of how ugly one person’s mask should be, or how beautiful their voice sounds? Diana Moon Glampers, the Handicapper General of Vonnegut’s tale, does not appear to be handicapped in the slightest.
The theme of “Harrison Bergeron” can be clearly inferred. Not everyone has to be identical to succeed. When you are given the chance to shine and show your abilities, it improves the whole world. Individuals should strive for the best, not the worst. When Harrison and his Empress discard their mental blocks, masks, and physical handicaps, they are able to dance and touch the ceiling with gravity-defying leaps. Through this, Vonnegut shows that by throwing off the bonds of society and handicaps, one can achieve amazing feats and attain incredible heights.
“Harrison Bergeron”, by Kurt Vonnegut, is one of the most well-known satires of all time. The author makes statements about tendencies of our modern world that could go too far if we do not watch out. Equality vs. conformity is a large issue handled in this short story. All in all, this story covers many deep issues in a few short pages, and provides a wealth of topics to think about and discuss.
If you have any suggestions at all, please. ANYTHING. It's like.. the worst piece of crap I've ever written and she's going to tell I whipped it up in 7 minutes. Please help me? I'll.. do something.. for you.
I also need a title. Anyone?
WRITE MY ESSAY.
Or, help me along a bit.
Kurt Vonnegut’s “Harrison Bergeron” is a perfect example of a satire. He makes many statements about equality and how it relates to conformity, and has a very clear theme. Thoughts on communism are hinted at throughout the piece. Overall, there is much to ponder and question.
America has a tendency to try and make everyone feel special, so no one is left out or left behind. While this may seem like an excellent idea, sometimes it goes too far. When you give everyone the same prize, it lessens the feeling of accomplishment than if it had been more exclusive. In this story, Hazel Bergeron is seen as a perfect model for the rest of society. She is ugly, stupid, and weak, which is apparent from her lack of any and all handicaps. This is what all individuals presumably would aspire to. It almost seems as if she is rewarded for this, by not having to worry about blocks. The modern feeling of no one being excluded or feeling bad can have horrific consequences if it taken to such great lengths as in this futuristic tale.
With this story, Vonnegut is stating that equality does not always have to equal conformity. Does everyone have to be same to have the same rights? The seemingly obvious answer would be no, but controversy surrounds the question. He is also taking a not-so-subtle stab at communism. It seems workable and even a good idea in theory, but can have horrible results when put in practice. Trying to dumb down society is not the way to go. People should be inspired to achieve more, not forced to succeed less. Handicaps can be of our own making if we change ourselves to fit the standards of society. Plus, there is no perfect way to make every person equal in every way. Some people would have to have control over others to organize and regulate the handicaps. What is one person’s opinion of how ugly one person’s mask should be, or how beautiful their voice sounds? Diana Moon Glampers, the Handicapper General of Vonnegut’s tale, does not appear to be handicapped in the slightest.
The theme of “Harrison Bergeron” can be clearly inferred. Not everyone has to be identical to succeed. When you are given the chance to shine and show your abilities, it improves the whole world. Individuals should strive for the best, not the worst. When Harrison and his Empress discard their mental blocks, masks, and physical handicaps, they are able to dance and touch the ceiling with gravity-defying leaps. Through this, Vonnegut shows that by throwing off the bonds of society and handicaps, one can achieve amazing feats and attain incredible heights.
“Harrison Bergeron”, by Kurt Vonnegut, is one of the most well-known satires of all time. The author makes statements about tendencies of our modern world that could go too far if we do not watch out. Equality vs. conformity is a large issue handled in this short story. All in all, this story covers many deep issues in a few short pages, and provides a wealth of topics to think about and discuss.
If you have any suggestions at all, please. ANYTHING. It's like.. the worst piece of crap I've ever written and she's going to tell I whipped it up in 7 minutes. Please help me? I'll.. do something.. for you.
I also need a title. Anyone?