Humorists vs. Religion: Critical Voices from Mark Twain to Neil DeGrasse Tyson

by Iain Ellis

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Critical humorists and religion are steeped in a long-standing cultural antagonism. This book recounts the dramatic skirmishes between religion--its dogma and edicts, political manifestations, and the nature of faith--and the satire, parody, jokes and hyperbole of popular wits. The writings of Twain, Vonnegut, Mencken and Hitchens are included, along with the films of Monty Python, the cartoons of Charlie Hebdo, the animated television...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:1476675600

ISBN13:9781476675602

Release Date:July 2018

Publisher:McFarland & Company

Length:267 Pages

Weight:0.75 lbs.

Dimensions:0.6" x 5.9" x 8.8"

Age Range:18 years and up

Grade Range:Postsecondary and higher

Related Subjects

Arts, Music & Photography Humor Humor & Entertainment Humorous Performing Arts Religion Religion & Spirituality

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