Faber, Clarisse, and Granger are non-conformists. They read books, have read books or are books themselves. They disagree with the social-engineering and mind-numbing effects of the society that cannot or will not read. These three represent free thought and freedom.
The most profound "wake-up" was when Clarisse asked Montag if he was happy. This simple question caused Montag's mind to respond especially after his wife Millie had overdosed on sleeping tablets. Obviously, things were not as they seemed on the surface of the "happy society" in which they lived.
Faber, a former college professor, helps Montag in his quest to destroy the firemen, rebel, and get away. Faber also helps Montag learn better how to read.
Granger the most compliant non-conformist of all explains to Montag that the people in his community "are" the books. They memorize the works and wait until such a time as the current society is overthrown and wisdom and knowledge are put back in their proper place. They break no laws simply because they have no books. But, they have the knowledge that is contained in books stored up in their minds.
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