Breaking the spell: religion as a natural phenomenon

"Religion plays such a powerful role in the world that we should try to understand it in all its complexities, but most adherents bristle at anyone who wants to investigate their practices and beliefs in a scientific manner." "In this new book, Daniel C. Dennett seeks to uncover the o...

Full description

Saved in:
Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Dennett, D. C. 1942-2024 (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: London Penguin books 2007
Edition:1. publ.
Subjects:
Summary:"Religion plays such a powerful role in the world that we should try to understand it in all its complexities, but most adherents bristle at anyone who wants to investigate their practices and beliefs in a scientific manner." "In this new book, Daniel C. Dennett seeks to uncover the origins of this remarkable family of phenomena that mean so much to so many people, and to discuss why - and how - they have commanded allegiance, become so potent, and shaped so many lives so strongly." "Breaking the Spell is not an antireligious screed but rather an eye-opening exploration of the role that religious belief plays in our lives, our interactions, and our country."--BOOK JACKET.
Item Description:Includes bibliographical references and index
Physical Description:XIV, 448 S.
ISBN:9780141017778
0141017775

There is no print copy available.

Interlibrary loan Place Request Caution: Not in THWS collection!