Bradbury is speaking figuratively in this statement.
Montag isn't completely aware of his actions. He finds himself taking the book without
thinking. In his mind, he knows that what he is doing will get him in trouble. Yet,
there is the growing and insatiable desire in Montag to gain more knowledge through the
books.
This scene helps support one of the main ideas that
Bradbury is developing through the novel. By Montag taking the book without thinking
about it, Bradbury is emphasizing that in man's core he wants to pursue knowledge and
think for himself. Its an innate desire. That desire is often stifled, however, by a
competing sense of obligation to society, specifically to not offend anyone at any
time.
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