I'm in the middle of reading THE GOD DELUSION (did you know God was a delusion??!! :) ) by Richard Dawkins, which I like enough, but someone recommended Harris's book as well (they also recommended THE END OF FAITH by Harris. Haven't read that yet.)
This is a very quick read, intended, I guess, not for the likes of me. (agnostic/atheist) Or maybe it is, as Harris argues against tolerance for religious people near the end of the book. (I tend to be very forgiving of others' mumbo-jumbo - hey, I was once guilty of it. Granted, I wasn't old enough to order a drink, but it takes some folks longer. . )
The "letter" is addressed to U.S. Christians, and his arguments are compelling and well thought out. His tone is calm and fluid, and he drives his points about disproving the existence of any god consistently and with eloquence.
That being said, I consier myself agnostic and don't need much convincing, but I was taken aback by his arguments against religious tolerance. After having read it, though, I must admit agreeing with him.
If you're Christian, or Muslim or Jewish, you may find this book offensive, and for good reason. Harris' main intent is to attack the foundations of your belief system. But I'm all for confronting the ideas that frighten you. It's how I managed to become a "free-thinker", myself.
Recommended for those who enjoy a good, but polite rant about the hazards of religion, and for those considering crossing over to the dark side.
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