Atheism and Theism

✍ Scribed by J.J.C. Smart, J.J. Haldane

Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
Year: 2002
Tongue: English
Leaves: 282
Edition: 2
Category: Library

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✦ Synopsis

In this book two philosophers, each committed to unambiguous versions of belief and disbelief, debate the central issues of atheism and theism.

Considers one of the oldest and most widely disputed philosophical questions: is there a God?
Presents the atheism/theism issue in the form of philosophical debate between two highly regarded scholars, widely praised for the clarity and verve of their work.
This second edition contains new essays by each philosopher, responding to criticisms and building on their previous work.

Content:
Chapter 1 Atheism and Theism (pages 6–75): J.J.C. Smart
Chapter 2 Atheism and Theism (pages 76–150): J.J. Haldane
Chapter 3 Reply to Haldane (pages 151–170): J.J.C. Smart
Chapter 4 Reply to Smart (pages 171–197): J.J. Haldane
Chapter 5 Further Reflections on Atheism for the Second Edition (pages 198–220): J.J.C. Smart
Chapter 6 Further Reflections on Theism for the Second Edition (pages 221–250): J.J. Haldane

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