You're most welcome here and I resonate with a lot of what you're saying. The people who feel the most discomfort in a culture often have the most to contribute.
If you're looking for a couple of interesting mind-blowing books to read I recommend these:
https://steemit.com/sci-fi/@alexc/2-futuristic-books-that-blew-me-away
I tend to buy more books than I read but I'm always open to suggestions, I will look into yours and thanks for your words.