IMAGINE: A Perfect
Utopia by “Sir Thomas More X” delves deeply into many concepts
surrounding the idea of a utopia. Along these lines, the author also
explains just how quickly a utopia could become a dystopia. Many
topics and arguments are covered in ways that most readers may have
never even considered. In this way, it is a very powerful and
thought provoking work, without heavy preaching. It simply states
the case in a thoughtful and intelligent way.
Fans of political
science, history, science fiction with an emphasis on the concept of
perfect worlds going wrong, fans of Phillip K. Dick, and many more
will greatly enjoy this book. The author speaks of human nature, and
makes a point to explain that what one person deems to be perfect may
not fit into any such category for another person. The idea of a
utopia is that everyone is content, but by nature this contradicts
itself by the idea of free will and free thinking, which for many are
considered a necessary component to enjoying such a reality to begin
with. How then, could one find the exquisite balance required for
such a world? The author also tactfully points out the differences
in interpretation among various cultures when it comes to significant
symbols all over the world. Different meanings, all important, can
lead to a vastly different view of the world.
The ideas of
distribution of wealth and resources and the problems therein are
brought up with great skill. These ideas are also combined with the
that of struggle often interceding or prompting great change and
growth within a society. Many concepts brought up within this book
are not things the average reader would normally think about or
consider, but they are presented in an easy to digest way. This
itself is impressive.
Grounded in both
harsh reality and whimsical imagination, IMAGINE: A Perfect Utopia by
“Sir Thomas More X” is a compelling, interesting and all around
smart read.
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