Review of An Innocent World

[Bethel Saint Bright]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "An Innocent World" by Douglas A. King.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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In "An Innocent World," Douglas A. King imagines a utopic world without violence, hatred, crime, and other vices. This world will be peaceful and joyous, and people will be free to choose whatever they want, provided their choices do not harm or hurt others. The author imagines how this world will fare in different areas of human existence, like religion, agriculture, science and technology, family, etc. The author posits that evil is not inherent in man but is a result of the biblical "Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil." The author also asserts that eternal life comes from "Innocents" constantly eating from the "Tree of Life." Is this world possible or a fantasy in the author's imagination? Read this book and draw your conclusions.

Let me start by saying that this book is not for everybody. The statement might sound cliché, but I said it for a reason. The author already defines this book's ideal readers when he says, "In this book, I use logic to answer the above question. However, I use this logic with some religiosity. So, you will need to believe in God, and preferably have read the Bible, in order to understand this book." After reading this book, I agree with the author. It will take someone who has read the Bible to understand the concepts of the "Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil" and the "Tree of Life." You also need to believe in God for the narrative of Adam and Eve in the "Garden of Eden" to make logical sense to you. Folks who believe in the "Big Bang" might not connect to the author's logic in this book.

I like how the author allows his mind to explore the depths of his imagination to present this "Innocent World." I can't help but picture what it must have taken the author to transcend from the present reality of what he calls the "Guilty World" to this new utopic world. I also like that the author considers even the tiniest detail that might raise controversial questions about this book. For instance, the author asserts that there will be recreational gambling in the "Innocent World." From my little experience, I have seen that people who gamble also tend to indulge in societal vices, as gambling is addictive. However, the author presents the possibility of gambling without the accompanying vices. Another issue that can raise controversy is the author's presentation of religion in this utopic world. Let me allow you to read the book and make of it what you will.

I might not agree with everything the author says in this book. However, I respect his imaginative power, which he backs up with logic and a compendium of reference materials. As such, I have no negative things to say about the book. Therefore, I rate it a 5 out of 5.

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[Mark Lazarus]

The concept of imagining a utopic world without violence or hatred is intriguing, especially when it’s explored through a mix of logic and religious perspective. While I’m not sure I’d agree with every aspect, I respect the author’s thought-provoking approach. It seems like a fascinating read for those interested in philosophical or spiritual discussions, though it may not resonate with everyone. I might give it a try if I’m in the mood for something that challenges conventional thinking.