It is my understanding that Theodore Dalrymple's main argument is that civilization and culture are valuable and must be preserved and defended. It brings up the question: “Why do we do the tasks we do and how does that compare to the bigger picture?” » It is important for human beings in established societies to revitalize and protect their identity. Barbarians and brutes will exist as long as humanity exists and will attack societies when they feel threatened or unjustified and as long as there are these brutes and barbarians there will be destruction. Dalrymple argues that we must not allow the anger of barbarians to corrupt or even abolish civilization or the culture of a civilization. History has shown that groups or factions have attempted to eliminate a race of people, enslave them, or simply revolt after years of cruelty and justification. The destruction of people and/or their culture is a way for a group to attempt to erase the identity or existence of that civilization. Dalrymple believes that bullies destroy art, musical equipment, buildings, etc. in order to diminish the value of a civilization's culture or environment. Men have brutal ways of thinking and behaving, but it is important for man to suppress these instincts and behave. in accordance with the company. The extent to which effective laws and authority play a role in maintaining order and peace is known, but not understood. Man is in struggle with himself, between civilization and barbarism. Humanity has these urges and temptations to give in to their inner beast, but it is the control and suppression of these feelings and thoughts that help separate man from the beast. When man will be able to control himself and contribute to his development and that of others in his community in accordance with the laws established in ...... middle of paper ...... the first of many in mind? These kinds of actions and situations are prevalent in our world. This is why the author argues that civilization is worth defending. As I said above, the meaning of civilization and freedom is changing, and this is happening daily. I recognize that people who are unwilling to learn from the past will lose more than they want. But on the other hand, there is still hope. Even though the spirit of civilization has been forgotten, people can now cooperate in networks to connect and communicate. When an event or disaster occurs, people can come together on the Internet and create public forums to help or harm the cause. I don't necessarily like networking over the internet, but if it's a way for people to come together and connect, then maybe all hope isn't lost for civilization and that's a small step but progressive towards unity..