Humanism: A Very Short Introduction

by Stephen Law

Book Overview

People of faith often argue that without God, there can be no morality. Indeed, without religion, our lives are left without meaning and are likely to degenerate into moral chaos. In this Very Short Introduction, philosopher Stephen Law explains why these claims are false and why humanism--though a rejection of religion--nevertheless provides both a moral basis and a meaning for our lives. Indeed, Law shows that humanism is a quite positive alternative...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B005CU4TYG
• ISBN13: 9780199553648
• Release Date: February 2011
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 4.3" x 6.8"