ABSTRACT
This conclusion presents some closing thoughts on the concepts discussed in the preceding chapters of this book. The book inspires alternative ways to make history our own once again and escape the tragedy that Cioran called the fall out of time'. Hammett's portrayal of such a treasure hunt illustrates a unique state of mind that is useful to conclude. It highlights the perils of treating heritage as a commodity, shedding light on a narcissistic society that no longer recognizes its humanistic nature. Studies of DNA patterns reveal that anatomically modern humans stem from small groups in Africa, around 60,000 years ago. Studies in the evolution of the brain reveal the attainment of its maximum capacity nearly 150,000 years ago. By extension, the rest of humanity's evolution could be seen as mostly cultural. The ideologies which separate us today have less than 10,000 years of age.
