"The Sieve and the Sand" and "Burning Bright." We'll explore the meaning of "The Sieve and the Sand," Montag's desperate struggle to read and understand books, even as comprehension slips through his grasp like sand through a sieve. We'll witness the unforgettable subway scene where Montag tries to read the Bible while "Denham's Dentifrice" advertisements assault his concentration.

We meet Professor Faber, the former English teacher living in hiding, who explains what makes books essential: quality of information, leisure to digest it, and freedom to act on what you've learned. Together, they devise a desperate plan of resistance, connected by a tiny earpiece that allows Faber to guide Montag.