Daniel Quinn
Daniel Quinn was an American author best known for his philosophical novels exploring civilization and its impact on humanity. His breakout work, 'Ishmael' (1992), a philosophical novel framed as a dialogue between a man and a gorilla, won the Turner Tomorrow Fellowship Award. Other notable works include 'My Ishmael' and 'The Story of B'.
Books by Daniel Quinn
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Ishmael
by Daniel Quinn
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A disillusioned man finds an unexpected mentor in a telepathic gorilla named Ishmael, who challenges humanity's foundational myths and offers a new perspective on civilization's destructive path.
My Ishmael
by Daniel Quinn
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A wise gorilla seeks to save humanity by teaching a spirited twelve-year-old girl the forgotten truths of the world, challenging her to forge her own path and become an unexpected savior.
The Story of B
by Daniel Quinn
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A devout priest's investigation into a charismatic, controversial preacher known as 'B' unravels the foundations of his faith, revealing a radical 'gospel' encoded in humanity's genes.