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Huxley, Aldous. Brave New World. New York: Harper Perenial, 1969. Print.
Regardless of the antagonistic portrayal of the World State government, it was successful in the defeat of John and Bernard when they tried to challenge the practices of the government.
Our society and the fictional society in "Brave New World" differ in respect to how we resolve this clash of values. While our constitution and Charter protects individual liberty and rights from being sacrificed for the good of society, the World State of "Brave New World" prioritize the overall welfare of society. These competing ideas pit the main characters of the World State against the status-quo.
One of the most evident conflicts in "Brave New World" (Aldous Huxley) is that of happiness vs. personal freedom. In the novel, the dominating World State justifies extensive limitations on personal freedom and individual rights by appealing to the ethical theory of utilitarianism; that the overall happiness and security of the populace (utility) is of greater importance than personal freedom and should therefore be prioritized in the best interests of the people.
Exploring the Themes of "Brave New World"