The Soul of the World. Book Summary

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Roger Scruton

What’s inside

Roger Scruton’s ‘The Soul of the World’ defends the experience of the sacred against today’s fashionable forms of atheism. He argues for an understanding of our world as a place where the divine seeks realization.

You’ll Learn

  • A deeper appreciation of the sacred in everyday life
  • Insights into the critique of modern atheism and materialism
  • An understanding of the non-reducible aspects of human nature
  • Exploration of beauty and tradition in relation to spirituality

Key Points

  • Defending the Sacred Against Modern Atheism
  • The Human Search for Divine Realization
  • Challenging the Reductionist View of Human Nature
  • Understanding Beauty and its Connection to the Sacred
  • Exploring the Importance of Religious Traditions
  • Critiquing Materialist and Scientific Reductionism

Who’s it For

  • Philosophy enthusiasts
  • Readers interested in religion and spirituality
  • Critics of new atheism
  • Individuals curious about sacredness in the modern world

About the author

Roger Scruton was an English philosopher and writer specializing in aesthetics and political philosophy. Known for his conservative views, he authored over 50 books.