Richard Dawkins - The God Delusion (2nd Hand Paperback)
Synopsis
The God Delusion caused a sensation when it was published in 2006. Within weeks it became the most hotly debated topic, with Dawkins himself branded as either saint or sinner for presenting his hard-hitting, impassioned rebuttal of religion of all types.
His argument could hardly be more topical. While Europe is becoming increasingly secularised, the rise of religious fundamentalism, whether in the Middle East or Middle America, is dramatically and dangerously dividing opinion around the world. In America, and elsewhere, a vigorous dispute between 'intelligent design' and Darwinism is seriously undermining and restricting the teaching of science.
In many countries religious dogma from medieval times still serves to abuse basic human rights such as women's and gay rights. And all from a belief in a God whose existence lacks evidence of any kind.
Dawkins attacks God in all his forms. He eviscerates the major arguments for religion and demonstrates the supreme improbability of a supreme being. He shows how religion fuels war, foments bigotry and abuses children.
The God Delusion is a brilliantly argued, fascinating polemic that will be required reading for anyone interested in this most emotional and important subject.
Details
- Format : Standard 2nd Hand Paperback
- Condition : Very Good (Almost As New)
- Category : Non-Fiction - Philosophy, Religion & Spirituality
- Published : 2006
- ISBN : 9780552773317
- SKU : B000001
- PPC : SP300gm
- RRP : £8.99
- Quantity Available : 1 only.
External Reviews
" . . overall, Dawkins confirmed and clarified my unbelief . . ." - Goodreads Review.
'A resounding trumpet blast for truth. It feels like coming up for air.' - Matt Ridley.
'A spirited and exhilarating read. Dawkins comes roaring forth in the full vigour of his powerful arguments, laying into fallacies and false doctrines with the energy of the polemicist at his most fiery.' - Joan Bakewell, Guardian.
'This is my favourite book of all time . . . a heroic and life-changing work.' - Derren Brown.
'One of the best non-fiction writers alive today.' - Steven Pinker.
The Author
Richard Dawkins FRS FRSL is a British ethologist, evolutionary biologist, and author. He is an emeritus fellow of New College, Oxford, and was the University of Oxford's Professor for Public Understanding of Science from 1995 until 2008.
