Description
| Product ID: | 9781138506961 |
| Product Form: | Paperback / softback |
| Country of Manufacture: | GB |
| Series: | The Basics |
| Title: | Atheism: The Basics |
| Authors: | Author: Graham Oppy |
| Page Count: | 182 |
| Subjects: | Philosophy of religion, Philosophy of religion, Agnosticism and atheism, Agnosticism & atheism |
| Description: | Select Guide Rating Atheism: The Basics is a concise and engaging introduction to the belief in the non-existence of deities.The book considers key arguments around atheism, making this an ideal starting point for anyone seeking a full introduction to the arguments between those who hold religious beliefs and those who do not. Atheism: The Basics is a concise and engaging introduction to belief in the non-existence of deities. Atheism has long fascinated people but debate around this controversial position may seem daunting. In this lively and lucid book, Graham Oppy addresses the following important questions: • What does it mean to be an atheist? • What is the difference between atheism, agnosticism, theism and innocence? • How has atheism been distributed over time and place? • What does science tell us about atheism? • Are there good reasons to be an atheist? • Are there good reasons not to be an atheist? • What do we mean by ‘new atheism''? With a glossary of key terms and suggestions for further reading throughout, the book considers key philosophical arguments around atheism, making this an ideal starting point for anyone seeking a full introduction to the arguments between those who hold atheistic beliefs and those who do not. |
| Imprint Name: | Routledge |
| Publisher Name: | Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Country of Publication: | GB |
| Publishing Date: | 2018-09-17 |
