The God Delusion

Richard Dawkins

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Mariner Books
16 January 2008

Reference; Religion & beliefs; Philosophy of religion; Religion & science; Agnosticism & atheism

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In the seminal text on atheism in the twenty-first centuy, renowned scientist Richard Dawkins examines the irrationality of believing in God and the grievous harm religion has inflicted on society.

From the sex-obsessed tyrant in the Old Testament to the more benign Celestial Watchmaker favored by some Enlightenment thinkers, Dawkins rigorously analyzes God in all his forms, eviscerating the major arguments for religion and demonstrating the supreme improbability of a supreme being. His argument steeped in impressive historical and contemporary evidence, spanning from the Crusades to 9/11, Dawkins shows how religion fuels war and foments bigotry, and makes the compelling case that belief in God is not just wrong but potentially deadly. As a solution, Dawkins offers exhilarating insight into the advantages of atheism for the individual and society, not the least of which is a clearer, truer appreciation of the universe's wonders than any faith could ever muster.

By: Richard Dawkins
Imprint: Mariner Books
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 210mm, Width: 143mm, Spine: 29mm
Weight: 467g
ISBN: 9780618918249
ISBN 10: 0618918248
Pages: 464
Publication Date: 16 January 2008
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for The God Delusion

A powerful argument for how to think about the place of religion in the modern world. It's going to be a classic. -- Seed Magazine In the roiling debate between science and religion, it would be hard to exaggerate the enormous influence of Richard Dawkins. Salon A particularly comprehensive case against religion. Everyone should read it. Atheists will love Mr. Dawkins's incisive logic and rapier wit, and theists will find few better tests of the robustness of their faith. --Economist If I had to identify Dawkins's cardinal virtues, I would say that he is brilliant, articulate, impassioned, and impolite . . .The God Delusion is a fine and significant book. The San Francisco Chronicle