Freethinkers: A History of American Secularism
by:
Susan Jacoby (author)
Format: kindle
ASIN: B003J5UHWY
Publish date: January 7th 2005
Publisher: Metropolitan Books
Pages no: 448
Edition language: English
There's a LOT of good material in this for freethinkers interested in our history. And, more important for a popular history, this is a good explanation of why secularism is vital to the survival of the nation established in North America in 1787. But there's a very substantial lack of coverage of...
An interesting look at the history of freethinkers or secularists throughout American history. Somewhat bothersome information about religion's role as well, especially with current issues. Waned a bit as it got toward modern times, but a decent read all the same.