The story of Ishmael by Daniel Quinn is certainly one of the most compelling and interesting books I have ever read. It is not surprising however that it is also a very controversial story nonetheless. I did enjoy the ideas that Quinn offered as explanation for how we, “the Takers” came into being even though they do formally challenge everything that we’ve learned as far as religion, culture, etc. It taught me that anything …showed first 75 words of 504 total…

…showed last 75 words of 504 total…such an advanced culture, our communications alone can surpass any advancements that a primitive society can conjure. Our medical advancements can outlast a mixture of herbs and a few prayers to a tiki god. Honestly, I would rather be safe than sorry. I am not blind, I can see that the world is in great danger environmentally, but we can fix our mistakes; that is what, once again, separates us from uncivilized people. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Bibliography**