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"Don't you even understand what manhood and freedom are?" pg 213

John's true feelings toward the utopian society are revealed in this chapter. I find it ironic that he repeatedly says "O brave new world," when in reality, he hates this place. He takes the soma rations and throws them out the window because he cannot stand how helpless the substance makes people. I think John is especially angry with this society because since he came here all he has experienced is his mother's death, Lenina's loose morals, and being treated as a prize by Bernard. This entire chapter is most likely the climax in the story because John is trying to show the people how they are wasting away their lives, and living with no freedom. Also, I was glad that Helmholtz helped John to throw away the soma, because it shows that not everyone is willingly to stand by these rules. Bernard on the other hand, stands back and watches, and doesn't interfere with any of the action. Once again, I'm disappointed in Bernard's character because at the beginning of this novel I thought he would be the one to ignite change. Well, even though John is trying to make a point, I don't think that any of the people will listen since they are already too brainwashed to be able to change their minds. A couple people may agree with John, but not enough to reverse the utopian world back to normal human life.