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- Publisher: W W Norton & Co Inc
- ISBN: 0393327655
- WAPI (Tower ID): 107134977
- Release Date: October 1, 2005
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- Tower.com Sales Rank: #34786 in Books (See Top 100 Books Bestsellers)
- #1166 in Religion & Spirituality (See Top 100 Religion & Spirituality Bestsellers)
- #151 in General (See Top 100 General Bestsellers)
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Product DescriptionRun a Quick Search on "End of Faith" by Sam Harris to Browse Related Products:Browse more products related to "End of Faith"Browse more products related to "Sam Harris"Review"THE END OF FAITH articulates the dangers and absurdities of organized religion so fiercely and so fearlessly that I felt relieved as I read it, vindicated, almost personally understood....This is an important book, on a topic that, for all its inherent difficulty and divisiveness, should not be shielded from the crucible of human reason." First lineThe young man boards the bus as it leaves the terminal. He wears an overcoat. Beneath his overcoat, he is wearing a bomb. His pockets are filled with nails, ball bearings, and rat poison. Publisher's noteAn analysis of the disparity between faith and logic in today's world tours humanity's willingness to challenge religious-based belief systems throughout history, citing the biological origins of spirituality while warning readers that tolerance for fundamentalism must occur with an awareness of the modern world's capacity for violence. AnnotationIn a post-9/11 polemic, Sam Harris takes an absolutist stand against religion and the link between blind faith, fundamentalism, and theocracy. Harris cites what he sees as the violence-drenched holy texts of major religions to underscore the connections between religion and terror. Criticizing both Islam and Christianity throughout, Harris would relegate religion to the same status as we now view, for example, the Roman gods. He would replace religion with reason, and he would turn to Eastern thought for a more fully developed spirituality. Addressing objections from those who favor a "moderate religion" or religion when separated from state, he says this is mere accommodation. Acknowledging that acts of charity currently done in the name of religion have a positive end, he says that in a world of reason and ethics these would still take place. Outrageous at first, Harris gradually builds a strong case for, as he says, the end of faith and the future of reason. If You Enjoy "End of Faith (Paperback)", May We Also Recommend:Customer Reviews for "End of Faith (Paperback)" by Sam Harris (Author)There are no customer reviews yet. Be the first to write a review! General Bestsellers
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