Flowers of Freethought (Second Series) by G. W. Foote
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| Author | Foote, G. W. (George William), 1850-1915 |
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| Title | Flowers of Freethought (Second Series) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 69.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Summary | "Flowers of Freethought (Second Series)" by G. W. Foote is a collection of essays written in the late 19th century that critiques religious institutions and beliefs through a lens of rational thought and atheism. The book addresses various subjects including morality, the nature of God, religious practices, and the intersection of religion with societal issues. Foote's work reflects the intellectual climate of his time, advocating for secularism and free thought as responses to dogmatic religious ideologies. The opening of this volume begins with a preface where Foote outlines the public reception of his previous collection, highlighting a pervasive silence from the media regarding works of Freethought. He discusses the challenges and criticisms faced by freethinkers and sets the tone for the essays that follow, which will delve into topics such as the hypocrisy found within religious preachings, the absurdities of specific religious laws and practices, and the implications of blind faith. The initial essays critique both religious texts and historical interpretations of various figures and concepts, demonstrating Foote's commitment to challenging conventional beliefs and promoting a rational examination of morality and human existence. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BL: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism |
| Subject | Free thought |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 30203 |
| Release Date | Oct 6, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 28, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 115 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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