A dystopia is an unpleasant state – to put it more simply ‘not-good place’ is the translation from ancient Greek, the polar opposite of a utopia. The traditional interpretation of dystopian literature is that it is a bleak warning to its readers of the dangers of totalitarianism.

Dystopia is a literary device and genre used by writers to present a vision of the future that challenges readers to reflect on the current social and political environments in which they live.

The concept of dystopian literature is to not only entertain readers, but to let them understand the ideas and characteristics of a dystopian society. This style of writing is so popular because it makes readers think of interesting topics that seem realistic, yet fictional.

Characteristics of a Dystopian Society Information, independent thought, and freedom are restricted. A figurehead or concept is worshipped by the citizens of the society. Citizens are perceived to be under constant surveillance. Citizens have a fear of the outside world.

The Hunger Games is classified as dystopian literature because it deals with a frightening world controlled by a totalitarian government that severely limits the rights of its citizens. Therefore, a battle for freedom must be fought.

In every dystopian society, a new world order is in effect, usually thriving on those who are being oppressed and pushed around. If you want to survive, you must learn to follow the rules and blend in with everyone, or else you’re the first one that the overlords will choose to kill/execute/exile.

How to Write a Dystopian Story

1. Settle on a central theme. The best dystopian writing explores a central theme while building out a dystopian world.
2. Consider the world around you. Dystopian works are effective and thought-provoking because they reflect elements of our own society.
3. Build a complex and detailed world.

The central idea of Suzanne Collins’s trilogy The Hunger Games is that an individual has the ability to overcome the power of the tyrannical government.

Panem is a sovereign nuclear state that was established sometime after a series of ecological disasters and a global conflict brought about the collapse of modern civilization. It is situated primarily in North America, consisting of a federal district, the Capitol, and thirteen outlying districts.

Panem Is Thought To Be The Last Living Civilization In The Hunger Games. The franchise made no direct mention of other nations outside of the remnants of North America, leading fans to believe that the Panem was the only civilization left.

Panem. The word panem is the accusative singular form of Latin word for ‘bread’ and was derived from the Latin saying panem et circenses, meaning ‘bread and circuses’. Panem consists of a capital city, called ‘the Capitol’, located in the Rocky Mountains. The Capitol is surrounded by twelve outlying numbered Districts.

The richest district in The Hunger Games is likely District 1, since it produces luxury items for the Capitol and has enough wealth to produce Career Tributes.

The Hunger Games: The 10 Best Districts, Ranked

1. 1 District 13 (Graphite Mining And Nuclear Weaponry)
2. 2 District 12 (Coal)
3. 3 District 4 (Fishing)
4. 4 District 7 (Lumber)
5. 5 District 3 (Technology)
6. 6 District 5 (Power)
7. 7 District 2 (Masonry And Defense)
8. 8 District 8 (Textiles)