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'''Daniel Quinn''' was an American writer best known for his novel ''[[Ishmael (novel)|Ishmael]]'', which won the Turner Tomorrow Fellowship Award in 1991. His work primarily focuses on themes of [[environmentalism]], [[sustainability]], and the critique of modern [[civilization]]. | '''Daniel Quinn''' was an American writer best known for his novel ''[[Ishmael (novel)|Ishmael]]'', which won the Turner Tomorrow Fellowship Award in 1991. His work primarily focuses on themes of [[environmentalism]], [[sustainability]], and the critique of modern [[civilization]]. | ||
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* [[Anthropology]] | * [[Anthropology]] | ||
[[Category:American novelists]] | [[Category:American novelists]] | ||
[[Category:Environmental writers]] | [[Category:Environmental writers]] | ||
[[Category:1935 births]] | [[Category:1935 births]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 10:03, 26 February 2025
Daniel Quinn was an American writer best known for his novel Ishmael, which won the Turner Tomorrow Fellowship Award in 1991. His work primarily focuses on themes of environmentalism, sustainability, and the critique of modern civilization.
Early Life and Education[edit]
Daniel Quinn was born on October 11, 1935, in Omaha, Nebraska. He attended Creighton Preparatory School and later went on to study at Saint Louis University, where he earned a bachelor's degree in English. Quinn also pursued graduate studies at the University of Vienna in Austria.
Career[edit]
Quinn began his career in publishing, working as an editor for various publishing houses. However, he is most renowned for his work as a novelist and philosopher. His breakthrough came with the publication of Ishmael, which explores the relationship between humans and the environment through a dialogue between a man and a telepathic gorilla named Ishmael.
Major Works[edit]
- Ishmael (1992)
- The Story of B (1996)
- My Ishmael (1997)
- Beyond Civilization (1999)
Themes and Philosophy[edit]
Quinn's writing often challenges the cultural narratives of modernity and progress. He argues that the dominant agricultural and industrial paradigms are unsustainable and advocates for a return to more tribal and sustainable ways of living. His work is heavily influenced by anthropology and ecology.
Legacy[edit]
Daniel Quinn's ideas have inspired a movement of readers and thinkers who are interested in alternative ways of living and environmental activism. His work continues to be a subject of discussion in environmental studies and philosophy.
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