It is explained in Bradbury's introduction to the novel. A literary license was taken by Ray Bradbury when he named "Fahrenheit 451" (novel, 1953) after the temperature at which paper ignites (the range is about 218°-246°C or 424-474°F).

Yes, Ray Bradbury wrote a short story sequel to Fahrenheit 451 titled "The Fireman," which was later expanded into a full-length novel called "Fahrenheit 451."

Yes, but it's a distopy

Fire symbolizes two things in the novel Fahrenheit 451. It symbolizes both destruction because the firemen burn books, and knowledge.

"Fahrenheit 451" by Ray Bradbury is classified as a dystopian science fiction novel. It explores themes of censorship, technology, and the power of knowledge.