Outgrowing God
A Beginner’s Guide
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Transworld Publishers Ltd
Published:17th Sep '20
£10.99
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This thought-provoking book challenges the necessity of belief in God, exploring profound questions about existence and morality in a modern context. Outgrowing God offers a fresh perspective.
In Outgrowing God, the acclaimed science writer and author of The God Delusion presents a compelling argument against the necessity of belief in God. This book is tailored for a new generation, addressing fundamental questions about existence, morality, and the universe itself. Dawkins explores whether God is needed to explain our world and our moral compass, challenging readers to rethink their assumptions about faith and reason.
Through twelve insightful chapters, Outgrowing God delves into the intersections of science, philosophy, and comparative religion. Dawkins critiques the inconsistencies and hypocrisies found within various religious systems, offering a thorough examination of how life and the universe can be understood through the lens of evolution and natural processes. His approach is both rigorous and accessible, making complex ideas understandable for readers of all backgrounds.
Ultimately, this book serves as a guide for those questioning the meaning of life and the role of belief in their lives. Outgrowing God is not just an argument for atheism; it is an invitation to explore the wonders of existence without the constraints of traditional religious beliefs. This thought-provoking read encourages readers to embrace a more scientific and rational understanding of the world around them.
Outgrowing God is another sally against his oldest foe, the Almighty * The Times *
Books of 2019: The scientist and controversial commentator on religious and cultural questions presents an accessible, "junior" version of The God Delusion (2006). * Guardian *
His contagious enthusiasm renders the basics of natural selection newly astonishing. * The Guardian *
Books of 2019: Richard Dawkins has always had it in for the almighty and he's back to take another pop at the poor bloke. Here he outlines what he believes is the real meaning of life. * The Times *
Dawkins new book is special in the terrain of atheists’ pleas for humanism and rationalism precisely since it speaks to those most vulnerable to the coercive tactics of religion. As Dawkins himself says in the dedication, this book is for “all young people when they’re old enough to decide for themselves.” It is also, I must add, for their parents. * Professor Janna Levin, Claire Tow Professor of Physics & Astronoy at Barnard College of Columbia University *
ISBN: 9781784164201
Dimensions: 198mm x 127mm x 19mm
Weight: 221g
304 pages