Chapter 11 of Brave New World: Illusions and Disillusionment

🌍The state-controlled society in Brave New World lacks individuality and creativity, as observed through the clones and the absence of poetry and Shakespeare.

🤝Bernard's popularity contrasts with John's disillusionment, highlighting the superficiality of society's values.

🎞️John finds the movies in the society unpoetic and lacking depth, further contributing to his disappointment.

🔥John's encounter with the erotic and unromantic sexuality depicted in the feely shocks him, emphasizing the absence of meaningful connections.

💊John's refusal to accept the use of soma as a means of happiness demonstrates his rejection of the society's shallow pursuit of pleasure.

What is the main theme of Chapter 11 in Brave New World?

—The main theme of Chapter 11 is the disillusionment of John the Savage as he experiences the shallow and unromantic aspects of the societal control in Brave New World.

How does Bernard's popularity contrast with John's disillusionment?

—Bernard's popularity reinforces the values of superficiality and conformity in the society, while John's disillusionment highlights his rejection of these values and his search for meaning and individuality.

Why is John upset over Linda's use of soma?

—John is upset over Linda's use of soma because he sees it as an escape from reality and a suppression of true emotions and experiences.

What does John find lacking in the society's movies?

—John finds the society's movies unpoetic and lacking depth, as they focus on sensory effects rather than meaningful storytelling and emotion.

Why does John refuse to accept dr. Shaw's explanation about Linda's soma use?

—John refuses to accept dr. Shaw's explanation because he believes that true happiness should not be achieved through artificial means like soma, but through genuine emotions and experiences.

00:14John the Savage becomes a celebrity in the high caste London population.

00:19John observes the state's culture and is disappointed by the lack of individuality and creativity.

00:32John is upset by a video that focuses on the Indian custom of repenting sins through self flagellation.

01:00Bernard enjoys his popularity, while John's disillusionment grows.

01:18John compares the feely to Othello and is disappointed by the lack of romanticism.

01:31John is dismayed by the society's reliance on soma, pornography, and racialized sexual fantasies.

01:44John discovers that the society lacks poetry and creative imagination, leaving him wanting.

02:02John is upset over Linda's permanent soma holiday and rejects the idea of sacrificing true emotions for temporary happiness.