Description
Russell on Religion presents a comprehensive and accessible selection of Bertrand Russell's writing on religion and related topics from the turn of the century to the end of his life. The influence of religion pervades almost all Bertrand Russell's writings from his mathematical treatises to his early fiction. Russell contends with religion as a philosopher, as a historian, as a social critic and as a private individual. The papers in this volume are arranged chronologically for optimum coherence of the development of Russell's thinking and are divided into five main sections:
* Personal statements
* Religion and Philosophy
* Religion and Science
* Religion and Morality
* Religion and History.
Students at all levels will find this a valuable insight into Russell's thought on religion.
About the Author
Bertrand Russell, Louis Greenspan is Professor Emeritus, Department of Religious Studies, McMaster University and former Director of the Bertrand Russell Editorial Project. Stefan Andersson is a research scholar at the Bertrand Russell Archives, McMaster University.
Reviews
'A volume that all Russell readers will wish to acquire and which gives an excellent introduction to his thinking at the interfaces of religion with philosophy, science, morality and history ... Very stimulating.' - Network
Book Information
ISBN 9780415180917
Author Bertrand Russell
Format Hardback
Page Count 270
Imprint Routledge
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 430g
