In the modern day, America faces constant problems of inequality, yet we are conditioned to have a notion of superiority to other countries with similar problems. This ultimately leads the American people to become more ignorant. Similarly, The Poisonwood Bible, a novel by Barbara Kingsolver, introduces characters that are forced to deal with their ignorance in the Congo, as well as reflect on their inner self. The main theme Kingsolver touches upon are the ideas of indifference and ignorance, and whether or not it is part of the human conscience to escape.

Typically, Americans are not aware of the many atrocities that occur in other countries. Even when they recognize these unjust acts, they tend to look down on these poor countries in which