Gunning for God

Why the New Atheists are missing the target

John C Lennox author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:SPCK Publishing

Published:23rd Sep '11

Should be back in stock very soon

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Packing a powerful punch, this compelling read is an argument against the new atheists

A rigorous, provocative exploration of faith, reason, and morality - unpacking the claims of New Atheism with sharp logic, historical insight, and the kind of evidence that makes for lively debate and lasting impact. Is faith nothing more than blind allegiance, or is it grounded in evidence and reason? Does morality depend on God, or can it stand alone in a secular age? In this robust challenge to the modern "Bright Brigade," John Lennox takes the arguments of Dawkins, Hitchens, Harris, and Dennett head-on - exposing not only the cracks in their claims, but also the historical and philosophical shallowness underlying much of contemporary atheism. Lennox brings the weight of both scientific reasoning and historical context to the table, dissecting topics such as science versus religion, the historical accuracy of Christian claims, and the moral landscape shaped by Christianity. With lucid storytelling and pointed wit, he uncovers why attempts to erase religion often lead not to enlightenment, but to new varieties of dogma. For those interested in the intersection of faith, reason, and ethics, Gunning for God stands alongside works like Atheist Delusions and The Dawkins Delusion? as a spirited, thoughtful provocation. Both believers and doubters will find fuel for thought - and perhaps reason to rethink the simple slogans of our age.

'A brilliantly argued re-evaluation of the relation of science and religion, casting welcome new light on today's major debates. A must-read for all reflecting on the greatest questions of life.' -- Alister McGrath, author, Glimpsing the Face of God on God's Undertaker
'Recent books touting atheism have been grounded more on dyspepsia than on dispassionate reason. In this book John considers the best, most recent science from physics and biology, and demonstrates that the picture looks far different from what we've been told.' -- Michael Behe, author, Darwin's Black Box, on God's Undertaker

ISBN: 9780745953229

Dimensions: 216mm x 138mm x 14mm

Weight: 313g

256 pages

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