Atheism: A Very Short Introduction

ISBN13: 9780192804242ISBN10: 0192804243 Paperback, 136 pages
Jul 2003,  In Stock

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136 pages; 15 b/w illus.; ISBN13: 978-0-19-280424-2ISBN10: 0-19-280424-3
An engaging, even-handed appraisal of Atheism

Description

Atheism is often considered to be a negative, dark, and pessimistic belief which is characterised by a rejection of values and purpose and a fierce opposition to religion. Atheism: A Very Short Introduction sets out to dispel the myths that surround atheism and show how a life without religious belief can be positive, meaningful, and moral. It also confronts the failure of officially atheist states in the Twentieth Century. The book presents an intellectual case for atheism that rests as much upon positive arguments for its truth as on negative arguments against religion.

Features

  • Presents an intellectual case for atheism that rests as much upon positive arguments for its truth as on negative arguments against religion
  • Show how a life without religious belief can be positive, meaningful, and moral
  • Tackles the common objections raised against atheism
  • Looks at the history of atheism

About the Author(s)

Julian Baggini is editor and co-founder of The Philosophers' Magazine.