First published 2009
Humanism offers a path forward for nonbelievers seeking meaning without religion. Greg Epstein, Harvard's Humanist chaplain, presents his alternative to the combative atheism of Christopher Hitchens and Richard Dawkins. Where books like God is Not Great attack religious belief, Epstein builds something constructive in its place. He argues that nonbelievers can create vibrant communities grounded in shared human values. His approach emphasizes tolerance rather than hostility, cooperation instead of conflict. Epstein demonstrates how Humanism provides moral guidance without requiring belief in a higher power. The book shows readers how to find purpose, build community, and live ethically through purely human connections and values.
Genres: philosophy, self-help, atheism, religion, non-fiction, academic
Vibes: intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: non-fiction
272 pages · Hardcover · William Morrow