Look at the following quote: " ... you can't make tragedies without social instability. The world's

stable now. People are happy; they get what they want, and they never want what they can't

get." Is this true for all the characters? Consider Lenina and her desire for John; consider

Helmholtz. Explain this quote's significance for characters such as those.

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Ashly Hurst

15 February, 06:43

Look at the following quote: " ... you can't make tragedies without social instability. The world's

stable now. People are happy; they get what they want, and they never want what they can't

get." Is this true for all the characters? Consider Lenina and her desire for John; consider

Helmholtz. Explain this quote's significance for characters such as those.

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Valentino Cobb · Answer 1

Try to look at Lenina's desire for John, does she want something/someone she can't get? Look at Helmoholtz desires and wants: what does he want?

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If you want a more detailed explanation, try stating the books title so people are aware where the quote comes from.