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During his 2009 inaugural speech, President Obama described the United States as a nation of 'Christians and Muslims, Jews and Hindusand nonbelievers.' It was the first time an American president had acknowledged the existence of this rapidly growing segment of the population in such a public forum. And yet the reasons why more and more people are turning away from religion are still poorly understood.In Faith No More, Phil Zuckerman draws on indepth interviews with people who have left religion to find out what's really behind the process of losing one's faith. According to a 2008 study, so many Americans claim no religion (15%, up from 8% in 1990) that this category now outranks every other religious group except Catholics and Baptists. Exploring the deeper stories within such survey data, Zuckerman shows that leaving one's faith is a highly personal, complex, and drawnout process. And he finds that, rather than the clich of the angry, nihilistic atheist, apostates are lifeaffirming, courageous, highly intelligent and inquisitive, and deeply moral. Zuckerman predicts that this trend toward nonbelief will likely continue and argues that the sooner we recognize that religion is frequently and freely rejected by all sorts of men and women, the sooner our understanding of the human condition will improve.The first book of its kind, Faith No More will appeal to anyone interested in the 'New Atheism' and indeed to anyone wishing to more fully understand our changing relationship to religious faith.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Faith No More: Why People Reject Religion'? A: 'Faith No More' explores the reasons behind the increasing number of individuals who are leaving organized religion. The author, Phil Zuckerman, uses in-depth interviews to reveal the personal and complex nature of this decision.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Phil Zuckerman, a sociologist known for his work on secularism and religion.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Faith No More'? A: 'Faith No More: Why People Reject Religion' was published on November 1, 2011.
- Q: What is the genre of the book? A: The book falls under the genre of Sociology, focusing on the sociological aspects of religion and nonbelief.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Faith No More' contains 240 pages, providing a comprehensive exploration of its subject matter.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding, which offers durability and a premium feel.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of the book? A: Yes, 'Faith No More' is available in its first edition.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as being in 'Good' condition, indicating it has been well-maintained.
- Q: What audience is this book intended for? A: 'Faith No More' is intended for readers interested in understanding the dynamics of faith and nonbelief, including those intrigued by the 'New Atheism' movement.
- Q: Are there any special features or materials used in this book? A: The book does not have specific features or materials highlighted, focusing instead on its content and insights regarding faith and nonbelief.