Seven Types of Atheism

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"Wonderful ... one of the few books that I started to reread a couple of minutes after I'd finished it." — Melvyn Bragg

A Meditation on Atheism in the Modern World

"A meditation on the importance of atheism in the modern world - and its inadequacies and contradictions - by one of Britain's leading philosophers."

"When you explore older atheisms, you will find some of your firmest convictions - secular or religious - are highly questionable. If this prospect disturbs you, what you are looking for may be freedom from thought."

For over a generation, public debate has been corroded by a narrow derision of religion in the name of an often vaguely understood 'science.' John Gray's stimulating and extremely enjoyable book delves into the rich, complex world of the atheist tradition.

Key Highlights:

• A Rich Tradition: Gray presents atheism as a tradition as rich as religion itself, deeply intertwined with what is often crudely seen as its 'opposite.'
• A Thought-Provoking Exploration: The book challenges secular and religious convictions, encouraging readers to question their beliefs.
• A Human Perspective: It sheds extraordinary and varied light on what it means to be human and the thinkers who have grappled with this profound issue.

The result is a work that is as enlightening as it is engaging, offering a fresh perspective on atheism and its place in understanding humanity.