Posts that offer definitions of important terms and chronicle the class’s ongoing efforts to define what a dystopia is.
A dystopia is an undesirable society that consists of the worst possible living conditions that functions based off of fear and oppression. Dystopias are typically the opposite of utopias in all aspects. They emphasize the worst possible outcomes of a society while a utopia emphasizes the best and most favorable Continue reading
Our Dystopias, Real & Imagined course has allowed meĀ to identify the hallmarks of a dystopian society. Through the use of models like Hobbes’s Leviathan, Foucault’s perspective of panopticism, Young’s Five Faces of Oppression and many others to discern patterns of oppression in both fictional and real-world settings. Through these Continue reading
Previously, I had defined a dystopian as āa society where intrinsic human rights and freedoms are violated for the preservation of particular social orderā. With this I explicitly reference aspects of human individuality such as our thoughts, actions and choices. I would like to alter my definition of a dystopia. Continue reading
A dystopia can be defined as a made-up society that is flawed oppressive and dehumanizes the individuals that live in it which can be characterized by oppression and removal of individual freedom. Dystopias often come about from the pursuit of utopian ideas and beliefs that are taken to the extreme Continue reading
A dystopia is a society characterized by oppressive social control and a degraded quality of life. I believe this is a good one sentence of the word that we have discussed in class all semester. This class has shown me how some people may view a dystopian society. I also Continue reading
Dystopia is a societal construct characterized by oppressive systems of control, creating a mental and physical prison where the marginalized are further disadvantaged while the privileged consolidate their wealth and influence. The rich and powerful (or whoever reigns highest in society) hinder the freedoms and peace of those who have Continue reading
Previously I defined dystopia as a negative end-result that occurs as a consequence of some power structure put in place either by humans or by nature, whereby some group of individuals (of some size) end up experiencing the negative consequences of the end result of a negative power structure. Now Continue reading
At the beginning of this course, I defined dystopia as a society consumed by perils, conformity, and freedom infringement, while civilians are simultaneously plagued by immense fear and distrust. Although valid, this definition fails to address both the cause and effect of a dystopian society. Thus, as we approach the Continue reading
Alas, we have come upon the question again: What is a dystopia? But this time, we are taking an end of the year perspective. Based off of everything I have learned, I believe that a dystopia is an imaginary place that speculates on possible futures characterized by the oppression of Continue reading
Earlier in the semester I defined dystopia as a world or society where suffering and injustice are being inflicted on a group of people, solely benefiting a wealthy class and high-powered people. Now nearing the end of the semester, I still stand by this definition. Iris Young’s exploration of the Continue reading
