An Atheist Manifesto by Joseph Lewis
Joseph Lewis’s Atheist Manifesto is a passionate and thought-provoking exploration of the history and philosophy of atheism. Lewis examines the history of atheism, from its roots in ancient Greece to its modern-day resurgence, and examines the arguments for and against atheism. He also examines the implications of atheism for morality, politics, and religion, and argues that atheism is a valid and rational worldview. He also discusses the importance of free thought and the need for atheists to be open and honest about their beliefs. The book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in atheism and its implications for our society.
By Joseph Lewis · First published 1954 · Genre: Philosophy, Non-Fiction, Religion · 9,151 words
First lines
Many ask what difference does it make whether man believes in a God or not.
It makes a big difference.
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- Work type: Essay
- Author: Joseph Lewis
- Date: 1954 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Philosophy, Non-Fiction, Religion, Essay
- Length: 9,151 words
- Structure: 1 section, 308 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Difficult (College Level)
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- Philosophy — The book is a manifesto, which is a philosophical statement of beliefs and principles.
- Non-Fiction — The book is a manifesto, which is a statement of facts and beliefs.
- Religion — The book is an atheist manifesto, which is a statement of beliefs about religion.
- Essay — The book is a manifesto, which is a type of essay.
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