"'No civilization without social stability. No social stability without individual stability.'" -pg. 42
Here we see a triple-whammy of rhetorical devices: metaphor, alliteration, and repetition. First, the author presents this theme, or motto, at the factory-actually of this utopian society. He reinforces this theme multiple times throughout the book, as well as using words and phrases beginning with the same sounds.
Huxley also throws in a few metaphors. "His voice was a trumpet." -pg. 42
"The machine turns, turns and must keep on turning--for ever. It is death if it stands still." -pg. 42
By doing this, Huxley emphasizes his point, subconsciously persuading the reader to agree with him.
And altogether, the author gains credibility by utilizing countless rhetorical strategies throughout the novel.
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