The God Delusion - Hardcover

Richard Dawkins

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0593055489 ISBN 13: 9780593055489

Publisher: Bantam Press, 2006

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 secularized, 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.

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Review:

'Dawkins pulls out all the stops to demonstrate the force of his thesis
... lively and highly readable.'
-- Sunday Times

'A spirited and exhilarating read...Dawkins comes roaring forth in
the full vigour of his powerful arguments...' -- Joan Bakewell, Guardian

'Everyone should read it. Aethists will love Mr Dawkins's incisive
logic and rapier wit...' -- Economist

'This is a brave and important book.'
-- Desmond Morris

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About this edition

• Publisher: Bantam Press
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 0593055489
• ISBN 13: 9780593055489
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 406