Fahrenheit 451 By Ray Bradbury

Ray Bradbury

(4.5 stars; 99 reviews)

Fahrenheit 451 is a powerful adaptation of Ray Bradbury's novel, brought to life in a dramatic audio format. The story follows Guy Montag, a fireman in a dystopian world where literature is nearly extinct and television dominates daily life. Instead of extinguishing fires, Montag's job is to burn books and the homes that hide them.

As Montag navigates his mundane existence alongside his wife, Mildred, who is absorbed by her television 'family', he encounters Clarisse, a free-spirited neighbor who opens his eyes to a world filled with ideas and the beauty of literature. This encounter sparks a profound transformation in Montag, leading him to question the very fabric of his reality.

With a talented cast including Neal Denard as Montag and Alan Scarfe as The Fire Captain, this adaptation captures the essence of Bradbury's cautionary tale about censorship and the power of knowledge.

This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.