I'm not trying to take away the fun that the Steven Spielbergs and Bill Gateses have, I'm trying to open an escape route for the billions who are not having fun, who slog stones up the pyramids not because they love stones or pyramids but because they have no other way to put food on the table.

Beyond Civilization

Ishmael thought for a moment, then took a branch from the pile at his right, held it up for me to see, then let it fall to the floor. AThat's the effect Newton was trying to explain." He waved a hand toward the world outside. AThat's the effect I'm trying to explain. Looking out there, you see a world full of species that, environmental conditions permitting, are going to go on living indefinitely."

"Yes, that's what I assume. But why does it need explaining?"

Ishmael selected another branch from his pile, held it up, and let it fall to the floor. AWhy does that need explaining?"

Ishmael