The God Delusion caused a sensation when it was published in 2006. Within weeks it became the
most hotly debated topic with Dawkins himself branded as either saint or sinner for presenting
his hard-hitting impassioned rebuttal of religion of all types. His argument could hardly be
more topical. While Europe is becoming increasingly secularized the rise of religious
fundamentalism whether in the Middle East or Middle America is dramatically and dangerously
dividing opinion around the world. In America and elsewhere a vigorous dispute between
'intelligent design' and Darwinism is seriously undermining and restricting the teaching of
science. In many countries religious dogma from medieval times still serves to abuse basic
human rights such as women's and gay rights. And all from a belief in a God whose existence
lacks evidence of any kind. Dawkins attacks God in all his forms. He eviscerates the major
arguments for religion and demonstrates the supreme improbability of a supreme being. He shows
how religion fuels war foments bigotry and abuses children. The God Delusion is a brilliantly
argued fascinating polemic that will be required reading for anyone interested in this most
emotional and important subject.
