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3.26 AVERAGE
i think i’m too dumb for this; just give me your points without the narration, please, i beg of you.
I’m studying a module at uni called making of the modern city - and this book seems to be the start of the modernist ideas of thinking. Utopia as a communist ideal land inspires a lot of modern urban planning
"Utopia" is a fairly good essay arguing for More's vision of a socialist commonwealth. As a novel, it is boring and tedious. There are almost no major events or action throughout the novel. The only notable action is More meeting Hythloday and asking him to share his knowledge of Utopia. As an essay, More does put across legit and relevant points, even if they are somewhat unrealistic and even undesirable to the present-day reader.
Personally, I find many resemblances between the Utopia documented by More, and the totalitarian government in George Orwell's 1984. Examples include communal property, conformity to social rules, and lack of individuality and creativity. The ruling system which More (or rather, Hythloday), claims to be harmonious and superior is actually repressive. It is more of a dystopia than a utopia.
Of course, one can argue that More intended the book as a parody against the Utopian way of life. But since the idea was completely radical in 16th century Europe, there was no need to present the novel in a way that appears as though More is arguing for the benefits of the Utopian system. The veiled irony and the use of Hythloday as a mouthpiece for More the writer (as opposed to More the character) contributes to this.
Personally, I find many resemblances between the Utopia documented by More, and the totalitarian government in George Orwell's 1984. Examples include communal property, conformity to social rules, and lack of individuality and creativity. The ruling system which More (or rather, Hythloday), claims to be harmonious and superior is actually repressive. It is more of a dystopia than a utopia.
Of course, one can argue that More intended the book as a parody against the Utopian way of life. But since the idea was completely radical in 16th century Europe, there was no need to present the novel in a way that appears as though More is arguing for the benefits of the Utopian system. The veiled irony and the use of Hythloday as a mouthpiece for More the writer (as opposed to More the character) contributes to this.
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
reflective
medium-paced
Probably have some useful moments but overall feels outdated. I will probably use excerpts though in class. Essays by China Miéville and Ursula K. Le Guin are both super interesting.
challenging
informative
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
N/A
Strong character development:
N/A
Loveable characters:
N/A
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
N/A
per essere un trattato politico del cinquecento scritto da un religioso ha abbastanza slayato ngl
La narración es lo que no me agradó de esta obra, contarlo a través de un personaje que poco a poco conoce este nuevo mundo, y reflexiona en cuanto vive las nuevas experiencias sería mejor que la explicación a posteriori que nos toca leer.
Not a particularly easy read. The content is heavy and required my full attention to be able to take in what was written. However that being said it is astounding that a philosophy book written 500 years ago still strikes relevance in today's culture and the way that we are governed.
I read the book Utopia by Thomas More because I watched The Tudors. Yes , you heard me.
That magnificent, brilliant, historically accurate (mostly) TV show led me to this book, and therefore I read it.
I rather liked the character of Thomas More on the show. Yes, he was the do-gooder, always doing the right thing cuz God said so, and yet, he seemed good natured, (except when dealing with heretics), quick witted and humorous, all somewhat reflected in the book.
He was the polar opposite of King Henry. Henry, that selfish, proud, brilliant, crazy, vicious Henry.
Utopia seems to be written as an escape fantasy. It is everything that is wrong with 15th century England, corrected.
And you know what, being good is so boring.
If you want to read a 15th century classic, read the book. If you want to read a boring boring sci fi with formal language, read the book.
Otherwise, skip it and watch the awesome show instead.
And btw, Reading Utopia by Thomas More reminds me of Goofus and Gallant and how much I liked Goofus.
That magnificent, brilliant, historically accurate (mostly) TV show led me to this book, and therefore I read it.
I rather liked the character of Thomas More on the show. Yes, he was the do-gooder, always doing the right thing cuz God said so, and yet, he seemed good natured, (except when dealing with heretics), quick witted and humorous, all somewhat reflected in the book.
He was the polar opposite of King Henry. Henry, that selfish, proud, brilliant, crazy, vicious Henry.
Utopia seems to be written as an escape fantasy. It is everything that is wrong with 15th century England, corrected.
And you know what, being good is so boring.
If you want to read a 15th century classic, read the book. If you want to read a boring boring sci fi with formal language, read the book.
Otherwise, skip it and watch the awesome show instead.
And btw, Reading Utopia by Thomas More reminds me of Goofus and Gallant and how much I liked Goofus.