Pathos is woven into the very essence of Fahrenheit 451, creating an emotional tapestry that resonates deeply with readers. Almost every line in the novel can be interpreted as an appeal to the audience's emotions, driving home the profound stakes involved in the struggle against censorship. One significant example occurs when Granger, a leader of a group of intellectuals dedicated to preserving knowledge, states, “All we want to do is keep the knowledge we think we will need, intact and safe. We’re not out to incite or anger anyone yet. For if we are destroyed, the knowledge is dead, perhaps for good” (Bradbury, 167). This statement encapsulates the heart of their mission: these individuals are not merely rebels; they are guardians of history and wisdom in a society that has systematically erased both. As a minority group, they devote their lives to memorizing the contents of the books that have survived the oppressive regime. Their actions reflect a profound understanding of the importance of history and literature as vessels of human experience. To them, each piece of knowledge represents a connection to the world that has been lost to the flames of censorship. This raises a poignant question: what sacrifices would we make to ensure that a cherished legacy endures? This call to reflect on personal sacrifice and the value of knowledge is powerfully emotive, inviting readers to empathize with Granger and his companions’ plight. Contrarily, Orwell employs pathos in a more sinister and chilling manner within 1984. The power-hungry Party utilizes fear as a tool to maintain control, threatening to annihilate any semblance of dissent. A striking example occurs when a Party member chillingly declares, “Never again will you be capable of ordinary human feeling. Everything will be dead inside you. Never again will you be capable of love, or friendship, or joy of living, or laughter, or curiosity, or courage, or integrity. You will be hollow. We shall squeeze you empty and then we shall fill you with ourselves” (Orwell, 168). This terrifyingly graphic narrative starkly contrasts with Bradbury’s more compassionate emotional appeal. While Orwell's portrayal evokes fear and dread, it does so at the expense of creating a genuine connection with readers. The horror of losing one's humanity is palpable, yet it risks alienating the audience, as they may find it difficult to relate to characters who are reduced to mere shadows of their former selves. Sympathy and empathy are cultivated more effectively through a nuanced understanding of characters’ struggles and their moral stances, rather than through the sheer terror of their circumstances. For this reason, Bradbury’s emotionally charged narrative is ultimately more persuasive in its pathos appeal compared to Orwell’s bleak portrayal.