Now for the root question: is the Book of Genisis reality, fiction, or garbled due to its ancient, prehistoric origins? The truth is, we will never know for sure in our lifetimes. How important is it? To some, it would mean proof that the Bible is a fairy tale. Not to me, however. Most religions are based on nothing but fairy tales, while the Bible is based on 95% history at the very least. And it has amazing prophesies.
FReegards....
OMG! Actually caught one before he passed the event horizon of the Black Hole of Creationism! There must be hope for you.
Now for the root question: is the Book of Genisis reality, fiction, or garbled due to its ancient, prehistoric origins?
Garbled. At any rate, we shouldn't be trying to change our interpretation of the evidence about us to match it.