Fahrenheit 451

As a lifelong avid reader of fiction and non-fiction both within and outside my field of study, I must admit that I struggled to land on a single book that inspired me along the road to tenure. I eventually chose this book because it represents a core part of the beginning of my academic journey: it was one of the first books assigned to me during my sociology undergraduate degree at the University of Toronto. More than 20 years later, I am asking my students similar questions that Bradbury asks in Fahrenheit 451. It is a classic piece of literature that is thought provoking and unfortunately topical. It can be enjoyed by both academic and non-academic audiences spanning a wide breadth of disciplines and interests. It encourages us to think critically about society, media, knowledge and free speech in a modern era. Enjoy reading, and thank you for this recognition!