In the beginning of the novel, Jane says, "All over the world, native species are migrating, if not disappearing, and in the next millennium the idea of an indigenous person or plant or culture will just seem quaint." I do believe that this could possibly be true. When deciding if it would be a step to a more peaceful, accepting world, or a step away from a diverse, well-textured world, is more of a difficult question.
For me, I love the diversity of the world. There are so many different kinds of people, with different cultures and religions that are so interesting to learn about. I think that with the native species slowly disappearing, is more of a step away from the diverse world that we live in now. Many people would argue that we would all get along better if we were all the same, that it would become an accepting and more peaceful world. I believe that the more diverse of a world we are, the more we all will learn, whether we want to or not.
It is possible that some day we could be able to maintain a diverse world without the prejudice, but that does not necessarily mean it will happen. I wish it would happen, and I will do my part, but the next step is for everyone else to do their part as well.
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Shay,
I agree with you that the world will be a much less interesting place if diversity is reduced. We will have fewer opportunities to learn, as you say.
Moreover, a world in which everyone's skin is the same color does not necessarily mean a more peaceful world; other things may become triggers for disputes. Maybe the answer is not to erase differences but to broaden our understanding.
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