The Story of B: An Adventure of the Mind and Spirit by Daniel Quinn follows Father Jared Osborne, a Roman Catholic priest tasked by his order to investigate a rogue preacher, Charles Atterley, known as "B." B’s teachings challenge traditional beliefs, suggesting a return to hunter-gatherer society and animism. Jared's journey leads him to question his faith and decide between his religious order and B’s revolutionary ideas. The book contains depictions of violence and existential crisis.

Contemplative

Informative

Mysterious

Challenging

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

4.4

12,233 ratings

78%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

Not a fan

Review Roundup

The Story of B by Daniel Quinn receives praise for its thought-provoking content and unique narrative style, which challenges conventional views on culture and society. However, some critique its dense philosophical discussions and slower pacing. Readers who value intellectual depth and societal critique will find it rewarding, despite its occasional complexities.

Who Should Read The Story of B?

A reader who enjoys questioning societal norms and exploring philosophical themes would appreciate Daniel Quinn's The Story of B. Similar to fans of Huxley's Brave New World and Ishmael's Guns, Germs, and Steel, these readers seek profound insights on culture, religion, and civilization.

4.4

12,233 ratings

78%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

Not a fan

Fun Facts

*The Story of B* is linked thematically with Daniel Quinn's earlier novel, *Ishmael*, and is part of a broader narrative exploration of cultural myths and human society.

The novel introduces characters that continue the philosophical exploration of human history, culture, and ecology, which has been a cornerstone in Quinn's works.

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Daniel Quinn wrote *The Story of B* partly as a response to numerous inquiries and discussions generated by his previous works, seeking to delve deeper into the concepts he introduced in *Ishmael*.

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Book Details

Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre

Anthropology

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Fantasy

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Philosophy

Setting