Society and the Death of God

Society and the Death of God

Sal Restivo

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Taylor & Francis Ltd
Año de edición:
2021
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Teoría social
ISBN:
9780367637644
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From a sociological and anthropological perspective, this book provides a scientific argument for the position that God and the gods are human creations, contending that the severity of the threats currently faced by the world requires us to correct our errors and re-establish belonging and compassion on a non-transcendental foundation.

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