50 great myths about atheism / / Russell Blackford, Udo Schüklenk

• Autore: Blackford Russell <1954->
• Pubblicazione: [Place of publication not identified], : John Wiley, 2013; ©2013
• Descrizione fisica: 1 online resource (ix, 274 pages)
• Disciplina: 211/.8
• Soggetto topico: Atheism; Religion; Philosophy & Religion; Rationalism
• Note generali: Bibliographic Level Mode of Issuance: Monograph
• Nota di bibliografia: Includes bibliographical references (pages 242-280) and index.
• Nota di contenuto: What is atheism? -- Atheist living -- Atheism, ethics, and the soul -- Name calling -- Horrible, strident atheists -- Faith and reason -- Religion and science -- No future for atheism? -- The rise of modern atheism -- International atheist and related organizations.
• Sommario/riassunto: Tackling a host of myths and prejudices commonly leveled at atheism, this captivating volume bursts with sparkling, eloquent arguments on every page. The authors rebut claims that range from atheism being just another religion to the alleged atrocities committed in its name. An accessible yet scholarly commentary on hot-button issues in the debate over religious belief. Teaches critical thinking skills through detailed, rational argument. Objectively considers each myth on its merits. Includes a history of atheism and its advocates, an appendix detailing atheist organizations, and an extensive bibliography. Explains the differences between atheism and related concepts such as agnosticism and naturalism.
• Titolo autorizzato: 50 great myths about atheism
• ISBN: 1-118-60772-4
• Formato: Materiale a stampa
• Livello bibliografico: Monografia
• Lingua di pubblicazione: Inglese
• Record Nr.: 9910830547403321
• Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II