Well, I might as well start at the beginning. The Preface.
Dawkins states his book, "..is intended to raise consciousness - raise consciousness to the fact that to be an atheist is a realistic aspiration, and a brave and splendid one."
Interesting wording. One can aspire to be an atheist?
But really, all the Preface does is allude to what will be "discussed" in the chapters ahead. I put "discuss" in quotes because, well, it's not a discussion. Anything he is against, doesn't get a true look - but, hey it's his book, he can do what he wants.
Dawkins does go on to say that "for atheism nearly always indicates a healthy independence of mind and, indeed, a healthy mind." and that he hopes religious leaders will be atheists at the end of the book.
Also in the premise, it becomes quite clear - Dawkins dislikes religion (of any, but mainly Christian). And that yes, to believe in a deity, one is not only delusional, but as he stated, perhaps not one of sound mind.
The main point of the preface is that of pointing us to certain sections, if we were so inclined, rather than feeling that we had to read straight through.
Overall, nothing enlightening.
Peace and Love
Chris
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