Harrison Bergeron by Kurt Vonnegut

In a dystopian future where the government enforces absolute equality through physical and mental handicaps, individuals are stripped of their unique abilities and talents to ensure no one is superior to anyone else. The story follows Harrison Bergeron, an extraordinarily gifted young man who rebels against the oppressive system. Despite being heavily handicapped, he briefly escapes and attempts to showcase his exceptional abilities on live television, challenging the status quo. His rebellion is short-lived, as the government swiftly intervenes to maintain control, highlighting the dangers of enforced conformity and the loss of individuality.

Published
1961
Nationality
American
Type
Fiction
Pages
10-20
Words
3,000
Original Language
English
Alternate Titles
None

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