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Technology And Knowledge In Brave New World

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Technology and knowledge are usually grouped together. They are the gateway to our future. That future, though could be clouded by an Postman’s assertion was correct because of the many technological advances in today’s society. In Brave New World, doctors can turn back time for patients with cosmetic surgery and lifesaving medical procedures. Today, we have the ability to diagnose diseases within days, if not hours. Virtual reality based activities are prevalent in the novel and, more recently, right now.

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