Guilt: A Feel Good Fable (Feel Good Fables Book 5)

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Soon, the caulk along the seams of the glass walls begins to soften, allowing water to leak from the tank. The fish are left with only the desperate hope that the original caretaker will return before catastrophe strikes, knowing that baring that miracle, they are doomed. The obvious lesson is that those who fail to listen to the experts who study and know, who instead follow those with selfish motives, and who just want to continue along in their established ways, may find that waiting too long can mean facing irreversible problems, and possibly a loss of their world as they know it.

Jun 06, Christine rated it it was amazing. I did something that I never do after reading the first chapter of this book. I had such a bad feeling about the gaze that the turtle gave the professor that I flipped to the last couple of pages to read how it would end. I was surprised that I cared so much about the animals in the fish tank already.

I read the whole book in order after that because knowing the outcome made me more curious as to how things got that way. The story is quick to read and very entertaining. I could easily relate to I did something that I never do after reading the first chapter of this book.

I could easily relate to the different fish and creatures in the aquarium and I loved how they worked together, for the most part, to solve their problems. Each species had their own personality and preferences and that made them so much more interesting. While reading, I had a couple moments where I was trying to decide which of the creatures I was most like.

I'd like to think that I wouldn't stand by and do nothing to save the aquarium I thought about all the good things that I do: I couldn't help but think that there was so much more that I could do. I felt a bit ashamed after I was finished the book. Knowing now what happened during the story to produce the end results made me think about what we all do to harm our environment. However, it also made me research and start doing more things that may help it. I know I am just one person, but I hope there are many more people who come to the same understanding.

I believe that we must encourage governments and big business to do the right thing too. It's great for individuals to take the initiative to do something, but we all need to work together like the creatures in the fish tank! Overall, I enjoyed this book and appreciated the lesson it had for all of us.

It's a great read for all ages and has such an important message to deliver. I will be lending this book out to my family and friends! May 26, Sharlene rated it it was amazing Shelves: I was given this book by the author in exchange for an honest review. With that said, Wow Have you ever had the pleasure of listening to a full orchestra that plays perfectly and never misses a beat? One that brings you to another place and leaves you thinking about the important things in life?

If not, this book will give you that same feeling! Poignant and captivating from the very first page, Bischke is able to weave a tale of warning to all who are willing to listen. There are only two h I was given this book by the author in exchange for an honest review. There are only two humans in the entire fable with fish being the main characters.

But don't let this turn you away, or make you think this is for children only. Our cast of characters include a diverse bunch.

From crabs who deliberately refuse to listen to warnings issued by a wise goatfish to pro-active members such as a turtle and some sea horses. Of course, such as real life, we have those who flutter back and forth like shrimp, gobies and angelfish and those who may want to express an opinion but are wary of being shot down, such as the flounder Oh, so many personalities, with many presented in the form of the fish in this aquarium, including personalities that knowing the consequences are beligerent enough to complain about what will happen to them if they were to make the changes needed.

This is a must have for any shelf, in any home, in any part of the world. A book that should be required reading in the classroom. It should be the back pocket of every worker from blue to white collar and taken seriously by every politician and executive. The only thing missing from this book is the written one line moral at the end. Luckily, it doesn't need it, because if you have finished the book and still don't understand it, you may be in much bigger trouble than you think.

Fantastic book, that I would suggest to all readers, of any age. Apr 27, Angelina Justice rated it really liked it Shelves: This would be a great selection for a middle school English or Science class. The writing is forthright and easy enough for even struggling readers. The book was written as an allegory for our current social battle concerning global warming but it contains the reasons for the battle if the readers discuss and explore. Cognitive dissonance features strongly in this book, although it is not labeled as such. As with many societal ills, present and historical, cognitive dissonance is a larger than lif This would be a great selection for a middle school English or Science class.

As with many societal ills, present and historical, cognitive dissonance is a larger than life foe. One side is concerned with the welfare of all and the other sides is only concerned with itself. Those concerned with the welfare of all see the dangers and try to come up with a solution to solve the problem. Those only concerned with themselves feel that the loss of life on the part of others is acceptable for their purposes. Almost everyone in between suffers from cognitive dissonance at some point in time. It is easier to deny reality if it suits the needs of the moment.

The various sea creatures who can not be qualified as "ringleaders" allow themselves to be convinced all is well, because it is easier than making a change in their habits.

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In addition to exploring cognitive dissonance, the book touches on responsibility. August was paid to take care of the aquarium. It would not have been an extreme burden to care for it properly, yet he almost immediately defaulted to looking for a shortcut. And the shortcut took construction and ingenuity to be sure.

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But like the oil spills of recent years, negligence led to disaster. There are multiple behaviors and psychological factors that can and should be discussed upon reading this book. This book is not for someone who wants to be entertained and dazzled. This book is for thinkers and problem solvers. My thanks to the author for sending me a copy of this book for review. Wow, I don't want to sound cliche, but I absolutely and positively could not put this book down! I read it in one night and thought about the messages within the story with a smile for a long time afterward.

I knew the book was going to deal with politics and the environment but wasn't entirely sure what the plot of the book was going to be like. The ambiguity of the plot really intrigued me from the start. Once I finished re My thanks to the author for sending me a copy of this book for review. Once I finished reading, I thought the way Mr. Bischke told this entertaining story to get important points about serious issues across to the reader was purely clever.

There were even parts where I found myself laughing. Both children and adults can read and enjoy this book. Some of the subtleties might be lost on younger readers, but this would be a great tool to open up discussion with them about the effects human beings are having on the environment and the ways in which politics are involved in the environmental issues we as an entire planet are facing.

I know I'm definitely going to have my daughter, who's nine, read this book, and I think this will be of great value in having a way to help expand on what she already knows about the environment. Last but not least, anyone of any political stripe can and in my opinion will enjoy this book.

There are no leanings to one side of the political spectrum or the other, and the reader is not hit over the head with some hidden political agenda. The humorous parts of the book are poking some fun at political viewpoints, but those viewpoints are from all sides. I am confident no matter the reader's political affiliation is, he or she will love this book. I know I did! This is definitely worth reading. May 25, Marilyn rated it it was amazing. I loved this book. I failed to win a copy on goodreads, but was offered a damaged copy which I was grateful to receive.

I also read fables to my daughter, before she could read. The fable was the perfect choice for this book as it will appeal to all age groups. My Daughter was an early reader and I believe she would have been able be able to read this book and benefit from the lessons learned by the ti I loved this book. My Daughter was an early reader and I believe she would have been able be able to read this book and benefit from the lessons learned by the time she was in the Fourth Grade.

There are several lessons that can be learned from the book, but in my opinion the most important is we all have to work together to lessen the the impact of global climate change and learn to conserve our resources. Certainly, most people now realize that a climate change is occurring. This climate change isn't new to the Earth. Since the existence of Earth, many changes have occurred.

There are deserts where there were once oceans and most every one has heard of the Ice Age. The big difference is that there are billions of humans now living on earth.

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We humans have the choice and ability to do something about the problems we face. One of the many important lessons learned from the fable of the Fish Tank is how all must work together to solve problems. This book is a quick read and I recommend it to readers of all ages, and, especially Parentsso that they can read and introduce the book to their children when they feel their child "is ready" to hear the the story or whether the child is ready to read the book without assistance. Discussion of lessons learned from the book is highly recommended.

May 23, Meg rated it liked it. I received Fish Tank from the author after not winning it in a First Reads giveaway. Now that's my kind of a contest! The generosity of the author notwithstanding, the message of Fish Tank is that we are not living in an "everybody wins" kind of world. This novella seeks to demonstrate that through the pursuit of short-sighted self interests it is far more likely that everybody loses.

Fish Tank is intended as an allegory of climate change. The connections are clear eg, Hanso I received Fish Tank from the author after not winning it in a First Reads giveaway. The connections are clear eg, Hansom the scientist fish must be Dr. James Hansen, the climate scientist and activist , but ultimately only implied in the text. I found myself grasping for the parallels, however, which I feel detracted from my reception of the story. As with most analogies, following them too slavishly causes them to break down.

This isn't a weakness of the novella, so much, as a problem with this particular reader's interaction with it. I would have preferred a bit more complexity and dramatic tension, but, given its mission, Fish Tank is probably about the right length. A longer treatment of a topic like this would risk preachiness.

FISH TANK: A Fable for Our Times by Scott Bischke

Overall, Fish Tank is a quick and entertaining read. Despite the seriousness of its motivations, it is also optimistic. Fish Tank demonstrates that with the clear dissemination of information and crucially its acceptance by the public, it is possible to act together to effect positive change, potentially overcoming a tragedy of the commons. The difficulty, of course, is that we need to act before it is too late.

May 02, Linda rated it liked it Shelves: I received an autographed copy of this book for free through Goodreads First Reads. I have not decided how many stars to give this book. The only books that receive 5 stars are those that speak to me in a way relevant to the current circumstances in my life, and this was not one of those very rare books. This book is above 3 stars and less than 4 stars for me. I definitely enjoyed it. It was written to be easily read in order to raise awareness about climate change. As I was reading it, the book I received an autographed copy of this book for free through Goodreads First Reads.

As I was reading it, the book definitely prompted comparisons to current worries about environmental effects and greed. So, I think it does well at fulfilling Mr. Having grown up in Oregon, I have a soft spot for books that take place there. This one takes place along the Oregon coast. Because of the aquatic creatures who serve as the characters and the readability, I think it would be suitable for tweens.

Reading it as an adult. I would have preferred a bit more characterization or more to the plot, but that would not be compatible with the author's intent of making it accessible to all ages. I am not sure it is appropriate for young children because they might not understand the greed of the crabs and might be upset with the final chapter, although there is also hope at the end. The allegory is an entertaining story which provides a basic and dramatic introduction to the effects of climate change.

May 10, Donna Parker rated it it was amazing. Is there a rating higher than 5? I'd give this book a 10 out of 5. Fish Tank may be described as a fable for our times, but I felt it was more like a horror story; however one with hope. People have a unique ability to learn from the mistakes of others, but we also seem to have an amazing ability to ignore what we have learnt. We also appear to listen to people only when we like the answers and do what is right if it isn't too difficult.

I think Fish Tank should be required reading in schools, a Is there a rating higher than 5?

I think Fish Tank should be required reading in schools, all levels of government, workplaces, etc. Public libraries should stock up. This book is challenging, sharp, poignant and more than anything, essential. I've noticed of late people have become obsessed with books and movies about dystopian societies.

We're already living in a dystopian society that is controlled by those who destroy the very world that gives us life to make a short-term profit, to have power. Worse than that, we let them. We need to understand what we're doing and change, for the better, if not for ourselves, then our children and future generations. This magnificent book may be fiction, but it has more facts than most media proffers these days. This is a gift that should not be ignored. Buy multiple copies and give them to family, friends, or strangers because you care. I am going to read this to my son because I love him that much.

May 17, Cristy rated it really liked it Shelves: Apr 20, David Ketelsen rated it really liked it Recommends it for: This book is about a rag-tag group of aquarium dwellers that were grouped together by Professor Brown to keep his endangered seahorses company. When the professor gets an unexpected offer of a paid year long sabbatical to Australia, he jumps at the chance but has to leave his beloved aquarium in the hands of a lazy handyman whose stewardship is haphazard and unreliable.

How Professor Brown's fish and crabs, seahorses, shrimp, etc react to their suddenly perilous existence is the basis of this This book is about a rag-tag group of aquarium dwellers that were grouped together by Professor Brown to keep his endangered seahorses company. How Professor Brown's fish and crabs, seahorses, shrimp, etc react to their suddenly perilous existence is the basis of this tale. This is a great book to use with children to teach them about a number of topics. This allegorical tale about a group of salt water critters and how they deal with their changing environment is a perfect introduction to the obvious topic of climate change and resource scarcity.

However given the way that the fish, crabs, and such interact, it's also a good teaching tool for conflict resolution, how decisions are made, ethics and even death.

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At pages it's easy for both kids and adults to read quickly. The short chapters with strongly delineated characters lend themselves to lively discussion. It's a fun book despite the desperate straits that the inhabitants find themselves in. May 09, Lynn rated it it was amazing. Thank you Scott, for a chance to read your book! I'm excited about the topic and can't wait to dive right in no pun intended! I just loved this book. Yes, I may be one of those people that are taken in immediately by cute talking animals, but this book was so much more then that!

I loved the fish characters and loved how their aquarium life was presented. Each fish had a particular personality and role within the story that you could easily extrapolate to more than just the current issue o Thank you Scott, for a chance to read your book!

Each fish had a particular personality and role within the story that you could easily extrapolate to more than just the current issue of climate change. This would be a great book for educators to use to illustrate the importance of being involved in current events - how to be a part of the solution and not the problem. Discussions on how to think globally to truly understand how our actions do effect the end result no matter whether we sit back and just watch or are involved at some level can be very interesting after having read this book.

It's a quick read and would be great for book clubs too - as I said earlier, it's not just climate change this fable illustrates! Now go get your copy: I am most hopeful that you enjoy the book, and that it gives you pause to reflect. If you enjoy it and believe it has a message for our society, I would be honored if you let other folks know. Apr 20, ceeeeg rated it it was amazing. Bischke for the gift of it, both in the writing and in the signed copy that i won through a giveaway offered here on the Goodreads site May 09, Tammielyn rated it it was amazing Shelves: Scott Bischke's Fish Tank is a creative take on a very real problem that will appeal to people of all ages.

Children will immediately be drawn to the various sea creatures living inside the aquarium struggling to save themselves, while adults will understand the underlining message within the story. Fish Tank is an entertaining story, a conversation starter, and a serious environmental warning, all tucked neatly inside the covers of a book. For me, the words at the start of the book sum up what Scott Bischke's Fish Tank is a creative take on a very real problem that will appeal to people of all ages. For me, the words at the start of the book sum up what readers take away with them at the end of it We need to stop thinking about what we want right now, and start thinking about what our children need for their future.

Apr 20, Cathy Doman rated it it was amazing. Well, this is really a good book! It is indeed a "fable for our times", as the cover states. You can read it as a great story, with characters you can relate to, and leave it at that, going on your merry way. Or, you can take to heart the deeper message, which is that each one of us has a responsibility to those around us, and to future generations, to take care of the world we have been given.

We should not live selfishly, ignoring warnings of danger, thinking we won't be affected. We need to c Well, this is really a good book! We need to consider the impact our attitudes and actions have on everything around us now and into the future. I thoroughly enjoyed this book, and recommend it highly! Hopefully everyone who reads it will take the time to think and examine their lives, making changes for the better. Apr 30, Bob rated it liked it Shelves: I got a free copy of this book from the author through goodreads.

The book is a very simplistic allegory for the global climate change debate. It's not a book that engages you with plot or characters, but is more didactic in nature. I see this being a good tool to discuss gloabl climate change in a school setting. I don't see an adult picking up this book and changing their mind about how they already feel about climate change. As I was reading I had fun translating the story points into the very I got a free copy of this book from the author through goodreads. As I was reading I had fun translating the story points into the very real and dire situations that we currently face on the planet, and I definately feel it can and should!

I hope our ending is a little more positive! Apr 20, Tudi Brown rated it liked it. Fish Tank is not only an observation about our role in climate change, but a commentary about how everyone has a role in society. We need to work together to accomplish changes although it will never happen that we all work together. From the beginning of the story I was curious how Professor Brown would handle Augustus in the end but Bischke doesn't address his fate, the fate of the one who pushed the tank into their dilemma.

It leaves me feeling a little empty knowing that bad deeds go unpunis Fish Tank is not only an observation about our role in climate change, but a commentary about how everyone has a role in society. It leaves me feeling a little empty knowing that bad deeds go unpunished but then again, that is life. I am going to have my daughter read Fish Tank so we can talk about the messages and practice her critical thinking skills.

May 21, Kylie added it. I really enjoyed this book, I started reading it the moment I received it in the mail. I couldn't put it down until I had finished. It is so relevant with how the world is these days, all greed and the want for more by some at the expense of others needs. I would recommend for all to read this book, young, old and in between. If we don't work together for the greater good of all, and only look out for ourselves or a select few in our group, we shall not survive. I received this book from a goodr I really enjoyed this book, I started reading it the moment I received it in the mail.

I received this book from a goodreads giveaway. I thank the author for allowing me the opportunity to read his book. Choice A Feel Good Fable. Come scrivere un'ottima recensione. La recensione deve essere di almeno 50 caratteri. Il titolo dovrebbe essere di almeno 4 caratteri. Il nome visualizzato deve essere lungo almeno 2 caratteri. Noi di Kobo ci assicuriamo che le recensioni pubblicate non contengano un linguaggio scurrile e sgradevole, spoiler o dati personali dei nostri recensori. Hai inviato la seguente valutazione e recensione. Appena le avremo esaminate le pubblicheremo sul nostro sito.

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