Brave New World Theme Summary
The class will be divided into small groups, each of which will be
assigned one of the topics below. Each group will:
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Trace the development of the theme in the novel by closely examining
the topic.
Orally present to the class a summary of their findings accompanied by
a point form handout of this summary for each student in the class.
The handout must include relevant page references.
TOPICS:
1. The role of government in the society.
2. The concepts of happiness and stability in the novel.
3. The concepts of civilization and savagery in the novel.
4. Brave New World as a satirical novel.
5. Religion and spirituality in Brave New World.
6. Relationships and intimacy in the novel.
7. Bernard, John, Lenina and Helmholtz: consider character traits and the role
of each person in the novel.
8. Elements of tragedy within the novel.
9. The effects of unbridled consumerism.
10. The consequences of scientific advancement.