Characters
This character is the protagonist of Brave New World and works as an Alpha-plus in the World State.
Bernard Marx
This theme focuses on the loss of individuality and personal freedom in a society focused on conformity and control.
totalitarianism
controls its citizens through genetic engineering, conditioning, and social stratification into this system of classes.
caste system
This location in the novel is where John the Savage grows up and experiences a culture that contrasts with the World State.
Savage Reservation
This woman is the Director of Hatcheries and Conditioning and has a significant role in the society’s control over reproduction
Lenina Crowne
This drug is used in the novel to maintain social stability and keep the citizens of the World State content.
Soma
This practice is used in the World State to control the population and ensure stability through the selective reproduction of citizens.
Bokanovsky's Process
This is the religious practice followed by the people in the Savage Reservation, which incorporates ritualistic ceremonies.
Christianity
exiled to the Savage Reservation after defying the norms of the World State and later becomes a symbol of rebellion.
John the Savage
This theme involves the conflict between the "civilized" World State and the "uncivilized" Savage Reservation.
civilization vs. savagery
encourages the use of this form of entertainment to distract citizens from any discomfort or dissatisfaction.
feelies
This character from the Savage Reservation teaches John the Savage about Shakespeare's works.
Linda
Alpha-plus and is in charge of conditioning children through hypnopaedia.
Mustapha Mond
The novel frequently critiques this concept, where science and technology are used for control rather than for human advancement.
misuse of technology
World State's motto, emphasizes stability, happiness, and control.
Community, Identity, Stability
The Savage Reservation is located in this part of the world.
New Mexico
World Controller of Western Europe and is deeply involved in maintaining societal control.
Mustapha Mond
reflects the loss of meaningful relationships, as people in the World State engage in shallow and casual connections.
dehumanization of relationships
This is the location of the World State's main headquarters, where Mustapha Mond governs.
London
: In contrast to the World State's sterilized society, this aspect of life in the Savage Reservation is wild and uncontrolled.
nature