The Atheist’s Guide to Christmas
The Atheist’s Guide to Christmas by Robin Harvie, published by HarperCollins on November 2, 2010, is an illustrated collection that explores the holiday season from a secular perspective. This 320-page book presents contributions from forty-two notable figures, including scientists, comedians, and philosophers, who share their insights and humorous takes on Christmas. The collection addresses various topics, such as the experience of being born on Christmas Day and the scientific examination of holiday traditions.
Readers will find a diverse array of essays that challenge conventional notions of the holiday, offering a blend of comedy, science, and philosophy. Notable contributions include Richard Dawkins’ original Christmas story and Phil Plait’s fact-checking of the Star of Bethlehem. This edition is designed for those who appreciate a non-religious approach to the festive season, making it a unique addition to discussions around religion and atheism.
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What do you get an atheist for Christmas?
If you’re an atheist, you don’t believe in the three wise men, so this Christmas, we bring you not three, but forty-two wise men and women, bearing gifts of comedy, science, philosophy, the arts, and knowledge. What does it feel like to be born on Christmas day? How can you most effectively use lights to make your house visible from space? And where can you listen to the echoes of the Big Bang on December 25? The Atheist’s Guide to Christmas answers all these questions and more:
- Richard Dawkins tells an original Christmas story.
- Phil Plait fact-checks the Star of Bethlehem.
- Neal Pollack teaches his family a lesson on holiday spirit.
- Simon Singh offers a very special scientific experiment.
- Simon le Bon loses his faith (but keeps church music).
- AC Grayling explains how to have a truly happy Christmas.
Plus thirty-six other brilliant, funny, free-thinking pieces perfect for anyone who doesn’t think of holidays as holy days.
All author advances and royalties for The Atheist’s Guide to Christmas will go to Terrence Higgins Trust.
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