God Delusion, The (L) (10th Anniv Edit)

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The God Delusion ignited a global conversation upon its release, rapidly becoming a focal point of intense debate. Richard Dawkins was lauded by some and condemned by others for his powerful and impassioned critique of all forms of religion. His arguments resonate deeply with contemporary issues. While Europe experiences increasing secularization, the surge of religious fundamentalism worldwide is dangerously polarizing opinion. In many regions, scientific education is being compromised by disputes over concepts like ‘intelligent design’ versus Darwinism. Furthermore, religious dogma continues to infringe upon fundamental human rights in numerous countries. All of this stems from a belief in a God for whom no evidence exists. Dawkins systematically deconstructs religious beliefs, dismantling the core arguments for faith and highlighting the extreme unlikelihood of a divine creator. He reveals how religion contributes to conflict, incites intolerance, and harms children. This compelling and masterfully argued work is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand this profoundly emotional and significant subject.

About the Author

Richard Dawkins is the Charles Simonyi Professor for the Public Understanding of Science at Oxford University and a fellow of New College. The Selfish Gene catapulted Richard Dawkins to fame and remains his most famous and widely read work. It was followed by a string of bestselling books: The Extended Phenotype, The Blind Watchmaker, River Out of Eden, Climbing Mount Improbable, Unweaving the Rainbow, The Ancestor’s Tale and a collection of his shorter writings A Devil’s Chaplain. Dawkins is a Fellow of both the Royal Society and the Royal Society of Literature. He is the recipient of numerous honours and awards, including the 1987 Royal Society of Literature Award, the 1990 Michael Faraday Award of the Royal Society, the 1997 International Cosmos Prize for Achievement in Human Science, the Kistler Prize in 2001 and the Shakespeare Prize in 2005. The God Delusion was originally published in 2006 and has since become a worldwide bestseller.

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Atheism
New Age & Spirituality
Religion