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In this work, Daniel Quinn presents transformative insights into human history and our collective future, continuing to engage new readers annually. Following his earlier works, he addresses a question he's often asked: "How do you do what you do?" He reveals his thought processes, encouraging readers to perceive the world creatively and perhaps even revolutionarily. The book includes previously unpublished essays, "The New Renaissance" and "Our Religions." Quinn highlights the urgent issue of global warming, noting a scientific consensus that we are nearing a tipping point faster than anticipated. He portrays humanity as a rational species paradoxically undermining the very planet it inhabits. The future remains uncertain, with no definitive plan in place. However, Quinn suggests that in the coming decades, society will either learn to live sustainably or face dire consequences. This pivotal moment offers a chance for extraordinary change. Understanding this reality increases the likelihood of transforming human society, ensuring a future for the human race.