Richard Dawkins argues that belief in God is a delusion and examines religion's harmful effects on society while promoting atheism and scientific reasoning.
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Richard Dawkins argues that belief in God is a delusion and examines religion's harmful effects on society while promoting atheism and scientific reasoning.
Publication Date: January 16, 2008
A preeminent scientist—and the world's most prominent atheist—asserts the irrationality of belief in God and the grievous harm religion has inflicted on society, from the Crusades to 9/11.
With rigor and wit, Dawkins examines God in all his forms, from the sex-obsessed tyrant of the Old Testament to the more benign (but still illogical) Celestial Watchmaker favored by some Enlightenment thinkers. He eviscerates the major arguments for religion and demonstra...
will contain mild spoilers
No romantic or sexual content
Discusses historical religious violence including wars and terrorism
Strong critical language in descriptions of religious concepts
No substance use depicted
Mentions anti-gay sentiments within religious doctrines
Central extended critique of religious belief and institutions
No fantasy magic elements
No occult or demonology content
Argues against religion's influence on politics, war, and culture
No self-harm or suicide content
Examines child abuse, historical genocides, and systemic religious harm
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