Observation: We have read three texts thus far this semester: The Brethren of Pu

Observation: We have read three texts thus far this semester: The Brethren of Purity’s Epistle No. 22, Ibn Tufayl’s Hayy Ibn Yaqzan, and Farid ud-Din Attar’s Conference of the Birds. Each of these texts features non-human animals in order to espouse views on human society.
Following the directions for the essay option you have chosen, write a 500-word essay response.
Remember to cite the text(s) you are using, pointing to specific lines/pages. Be specific in your examples and avoid general statements. Your essay should not summarize the text(s)—assume your audience is familiar with the text(s) you are discussing.
Question: Why do these texts feature non-human animals to explore human society? (Or, How do the non-human animals in these stories help convey views on human society?)
Response: Choose one or more of the three texts to explore the question above. Your response might (but is not required to) include the following:
How would the text be different if it did not feature non-human animals?
What does the text have to say about human society? (This can be specific)
What views does the narrative advocate? Upon what are these views premised?
Do the texts share underlying premises? Ethical views? Concerns?
How does each text use allegory/fable to convey these views?
Which text(s) are you writing about?
The Brethren of Purity’s Epistle No. 22. (SEE attachement)
Ibn Tufayl’s Hayy Ibn Yaqzan
https://tmbukz.ga/book.php?id=EAtCCQAAQBAJ
Farid ud-Din Attar’s Conference of the Birds
https://sufipathoflove.files.wordpress.com/2019/10/the-conference-of-the-birds.pdf
What does/do the text(s) have to say about human society?
Briefly state how the text(s) feature animals.
Your Essay: Why do these texts feature non-human animals to explore human society? (Or, How do the non-human animals in these stories help convey views on human society?)