Atheists in America / edited by Melanie E. Brewster.

This collection features more than two dozen narratives by atheists hailing from different backgrounds across the United States. Ranging in age, race, sexual orientation, and firmness in their irreligiosity, these individuals address religious deconversion, community building, parenting, and romanti...

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Other Authors: Brewster, Melanie E. (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: New York : Columbia University Press, [2014]
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Summary:This collection features more than two dozen narratives by atheists hailing from different backgrounds across the United States. Ranging in age, race, sexual orientation, and firmness in their irreligiosity, these individuals address religious deconversion, community building, parenting, and romantic relationships, providing a nuanced look at living without God in a predominantly Christian nation. These narratives illuminate the complexities and consequences for nonbelievers in the United States. Stepping away from religious belief can have serious social and existential ramifications, forcin.
Physical Description:1 online resource
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references.
ISBN:9780231537001
023153700X
Language:English.
Source of Description, Etc. Note:Print version record.