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We live in a world of social, political, economic, and religious rupture. Ideologies polarise to fuel confrontation within communities, nations and regions of the world. At this point in the twenty-first century, humanism's focus on reason, ethics and justice offers the potential to rethink and re-engage in new ways. \"What Is Humanism, and Why Does It Matter?\" brings together leading humanist thinkers and activists to examine humanism and how it can work in the world. Humanism is often misunderstood. The movement includes both atheists and agnostics, who seek to make ethical sense of the world based on shared human values and a concern for human welfare, happiness and fulfillment. \"What Is Humanism, and Why Does It Matter?\" presents an overview and exploration of the meaning and nature of humanism, both as a philosophy and as a way of engaging with the challenges of the world.
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We live in a world of social, political, economic, and religious rupture. Ideologies polarise to fuel confrontation within communities, nations and regions of the world. At this point in the twenty-first century, humanism's focus on reason, ethics and justice offers the potential to rethink and re-engage in new ways. \"What Is Humanism, and Why Does It Matter?\" brings together leading humanist thinkers and activists to examine humanism and how it can work in the world. Humanism is often misunderstood. The movement includes both atheists and agnostics, who seek to make ethical sense of the world based on shared human values and a concern for human welfare, happiness and fulfillment. \"What Is Humanism, and Why Does It Matter?\" presents an overview and exploration of the meaning and nature of humanism, both as a philosophy and as a way of engaging with the challenges of the world.
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What is What is Humanism and Why Does it Matter? about?
We live in a world of social, political, economic, and religious rupture. Ideologies polarise to fuel confrontation within communities, nations and regions of the world. At this point in the twenty-first century, humanism's focus on reason, ethics and justice offers the potential to rethink and re-engage in new ways. \"What Is Humanism, and Why Does It Matter?\" brings together leading humanist thinkers and activists to examine humanism and how it can work in the world. Humanism is often misunderstood. The movement includes both atheists and agnostics, who seek to make ethical sense of the world based on shared human values and a concern for human welfare, happiness and fulfillment. \"What Is Humanism, and Why Does It Matter?\" presents an overview and exploration of the meaning and nature of humanism, both as a philosophy and as a way of engaging with the challenges of the world.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in What is Humanism and Why Does it Matter??
Philosophy and Religion > Religion and beliefs > Religion: general > Philosophy of religion
Where can I read a sample of What is Humanism and Why Does it Matter??
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781315475431
Is What is Humanism and Why Does it Matter? part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Studies in Humanist Thought and Praxis
Who is/are the Author/s of the book What is Humanism and Why Does it Matter??
Anthony B. Pinn
Who is the Publisher of the book What is Humanism and Why Does it Matter??
Taylor and Francis
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
What is Humanism and Why Does it Matter? is available as ebook(ISBN 9781315475431) and pdf(ISBN 9781315475448)