Godless: How an Evangelical Preacher Became One of America's Leading Atheists - Softcover

Barker, Dan

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1569756775 ISBN 13: 9781569756775

Publisher: Ulysses Press, 2008

Synopsis

ADVANCE PRAISE FOR GODLESS

“Valuable in the human story are the reflections of intelligent and ethical people who listen to the voice of reason and who allow it to vanquish bigotry and superstition. This book is a classic example.”
―CHRISTOPHER HITCHENS author of God is Not Great

“The most eloquent witness of internal delusion that I know―a triumphantly smiling refugee from the zany, surreal world of American fundamentalist Protestantism―is Dan Barker.”
―RICHARD DAWKINS author of The God Delusion

“Godless was a revelation to me. I don’t think anyone can match the (devastating!) clarity, intensity, and honesty which Dan Barker brings to the journey―faith to reason, childhood to growing up, fantasy to reality, intoxication to sobriety.”
―OLIVER SACKS authors of Musicophilia

In Godless, Barker recounts his journey from evangelical preacher to atheist activist, and along the way explains precisely why it is not only okay to be an atheist, it is something in which to be proud.”
―MICHAEL SHERMER publisher of Skeptic Magazine

“Godless is a fascinating memoir and a handbook for debunking theism. But most of all, it is a moving testimonial to one man’s emotional and intellectual rigor in acclaiming critical thinking.”
―ROBERT SAPOLSKY author of Why Zebras Don’t Get Ulcers

About this title

Book Description:

Dan Barker's esteemed reputation is richly deserved. I recommend getting three copies. You will need one as a source of evidence to which you will frequently refer. There will be miles and miles of underlining as you mark the pages of special interest to you. You will need your second to lend to others. You will be enthusiastic about this book, and you will want to share its wisdom with family and friends. Others will likewise want to share it, and the book will never be returned to you. Finally, you will want a third copy to be in pristine condition on your bookshelf, since Dan Barker has created a volume which will only grow in its historical significance.

About the Author:

Don Barker received a degree in religion from Azusa Pacific University and was ordained to the ministry by the Standard Community Church. He has appeared on numerous talk shows including Oprah Winfrey, Hannity & Colmes, and Good Morning America. He lives in Madison, WI.

About this edition

• Publisher: Ulysses Press
• Publication date: 2008
• ISBN 10: 1569756775
• ISBN 13: 9781569756775
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 392