After the New Atheist Debate

Lucidly written and clearly argued, After the New Atheist Debate is a book that brings welcome clarity and a solid path to the often contentious conversation about religion in the public sphere.

Phil Ryan is an associate professor in the School of Public Policy and Administration at Carleton University.

After the New Atheist Debate succeeds in shifting a weary and tension-filled intellectual exchange onto new ground…. It conveys a powerful and much needed social message: there is hope for public discourse.’

Ian Alexander:

‘After the New Atheist Debate offers a fascinating glimpse into the arguments, polemics, and caricatures this debate has inspired along with innovative suggestions concerning how we might better navigate our shared social context through meaningful dialogue.’

Peter Admirand:

‘Ryan has written a lucid, balanced book on the New Atheist debate; free of rancor, invective, and name-calling… The work is highly recommended for detailing the logical and moral weaknesses in much New Atheist, anti-religious polemics.’

Tom Korski:
&ldquo Phillip Ryan is a talented author. He writes with humour and subtlety... This is a lovely book.”

Paul Bramadat, Director, Centre for Studies in Religion and Society, University of Victoria:
“Phil Ryan competently and elegantly challenges the caricatures associated with both sides of the New Atheist debate. His book offers insights into the kind of critical conversation we might have despite the shortcomings of each side.”

Paul Allen, Department of Theological Studies, Concordia University:
“After the New Atheist Debate is a book that needed to be written. Astute and timely, it will serve as a touchstone for those who seek to put the ‘New Atheist’ debates into a broader social and political perspective.”