Published: April 02, 2012
Words: 47,449 (approximate)
Language: English
ISBN: 9780985158132

Short description

Why are atheists angry? Is it because they're selfish, joyless, lacking in meaning, and alienated from God? Or is it because they have legitimate reasons to be angry -- and are ready to do something about it? With outrage, humor, and intelligence, popular blogger Greta Christina makes a powerful case for outspoken atheist activism, and explains the empathy and justice that drive it.

Extended description

Why are atheists angry?

Is it because they're selfish, joyless, lacking in meaning, and alienated from God?

Or is it because they have legitimate reasons to be angry -- and are ready to do something about it? (Read more) Why are atheists angry?

Is it because they're selfish, joyless, lacking in meaning, and alienated from God?

Or is it because they have legitimate reasons to be angry -- and are ready to do something about it?

Armed with passionate outrage, absurdist humor, and calm intelligence, popular blogger Greta Christina makes a powerful case for outspoken atheist activism, and explains the empathy and justice that drive it.

This accessible, personal, down-to-earth book speaks not only to atheists, but to believers who want to understand the so-called "new atheism." "Why Are You Atheists So Angry?" drops a bombshell on the destructive force of religious faith -- and gives a voice to millions of angry atheists.

"Greta Christina's analysis of religion is acute and witty, and at the same time fair and compassionate. And I'm jealous: I sure wish I could write as well as she does."
-Alan Sokal, Professor of Physics, New York University

"Greta has done something truly impressive with this book: She explains in a calm, reasonable, and thoughtful way exactly why she's a pissed-off, angry atheist. She's not alone, though, and it's not only other atheists who will agree with her. In fact, I *dare* religious people to read this book and not come away furious at the often awful impact faith has had on the world, even if they don't believe they're responsible for it. I may be a "friendly atheist" online, but Greta definitely speaks for me in this book."
-Hemant Mehta, Friendly Atheist, author of I Sold My Soul on eBay

"If only more people could channel their anger into something so inspiring! Greta Christina has written the perfect book for anyone who wonders about the true impact of religious dogma on women's health, gay rights, science education, and the daily lives of those who have no faith. Her concluding chapter, which contains solid advice for how to make a positive change in the world, will ensure that you'll have an outlet for all that rage you'll build up by the end of the book. Trust me – you'll need it."
-Rebecca Watson, Skepchick.org

"I found this book informative and enraging! Leave it to Greta to inform and elucidate like no other. I highly recommend this book to everyone, everywhere. And I hope never to get Greta angry at me. :)"
-David Silverman, President, American Atheists

"Greta Christina's book offers a passionately lucid explanation of the reasons for atheist anger and its connection to the energy behind all movements for social justice. It is both informative and inspiring."
-Ophelia Benson, Butterflies and Wheels

"They say if you're not angry, you're not paying attention. Well, Greta Christina is definitely paying attention -- and in this book, she delivers a clean, bracing blast of atheist anger, like a refreshing cool breeze in a stifling hothouse of faith, that offers compelling reasons why all rational people of conscience should oppose religion and the harm it does."
-Adam Lee, Daylight Atheism

"Greta Christina is one of the best writers on religion out there, period. I've been waiting for this book for a long time."
-Chris Hallquist, The Uncredible Hallq

"This just became my number-one book to recommend to all believers and new atheists alike. I thought the field of atheist literature was all just rehashing the same stuff by now. But this is an original, visceral, and ultimately complete defense of not just atheist outrage, but atheism itself. Greta sticks to the undeniable facts-on-the-ground and articulates it all correctly and well, heading off every possible rebuttal with brilliant economy. She never gets bogged down in abstract philosophy, yet still hits every key abstract point, leaving you by the end with no rational reason not to agree, and finally kick to the curb that useless old religion, or get off your bum and really do something for the cause."
-Dr. Richard Carrier, author of Sense and Goodness without God
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atheism, activism, atheism vs christianity, atheism and religion, atheism freethinker secularism humanism christianity islam religion reason, atheism religion christianity god skepticism

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Videos

Why Are You Atheists So Angry?
Atheist writer Greta Christina introduces her new book, "Why Are You Atheists So Angry? 99 Things That Piss Off the Godless."

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Review by: Elf32 on July 13, 2012 :
Great book about the most problematic things modern society seems to silently accept as unchangeable. The tone seems a bit rough at first, but she justifies it with facts.

Also a detailed collection of links to the current atheist/humanist/scepticist movements in the internet.

A must for every wannabe atheist as well as for critical religious followers.
(reviewed within a month of purchase)

Review by: Susan Aker on June 07, 2012 : (no rating)
Excellent summing up of the reasons why religion is harmful and that it doesn't just harm the non-believers. The author goes into depth on some of the issues that the faithful, for some reason, nominally accept the unacceptable in any other context.

A good book for believers and non-believers alike.
(reviewed within a month of purchase)

Review by: Reap Paden on May 20, 2012 :
Enjoyed it a lot. Great reference for atheists who often find themselves debating religious people who insist there is no harm in religion. The author is also very 'real' which I think comes through in her writing style making the book even more enjoyable while it educates. Anyone who reads it is likely to come away with some information or a perspective which is new to them.
(reviewed within a month of purchase)

Review by: Tim Westcott on May 12, 2012 :
An interesting and thoughtful book. I would recommend it to non-religious people, and more importantly to any religious people trying to understand the way that many non-believers think.
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Review by: Pete731 on April 04, 2012 :
Good book. Goes much deeper into atheism and free thought than just a list of anger causing issues. In fact most of the book is spent patiently exploring common objections and arguments in relation to this subject. Formatting is good, and the writing clever and engaging. I would recommended this book to anyone, of any faith or none.
(reviewed the day of purchase)

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