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In reply to the discussion: Yes DU trends to an older audience. [View all]Marthe48
(17,195 posts)I had an idea for a book. Probably sci-fi. The world as we know it is over. There are human survivors, but few and far between. Many people don't know how to do things, or know how to read, willing but not able. Enter the elder. A generalist who knows a little about everything, learned how to do things like cook, forage, use tools, read a map, make pottery, start a fire, just enough to teach and explain. The elder becomes a valuable addition to any tribal group that understands the scope of their ability. Word gets out and getting and hanging on to the elder becomes the goal of many tribal groups who hear of their existence. Since I'm 71, maybe I'd add that the elder doesn't want to be around anyone, and isn't willing to join any tribal group. And the elder has to be in the mood to explain things. Their venison stew is to die for