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    The Wit and Wisdom of Christopher Hitchens: Thoughts of an Outspoken Atheist
    The Wit and Wisdom of Christopher Hitchens: Thoughts of an Outspoken Atheist
    The Wit and Wisdom of Christopher Hitchens: Thoughts of an Outspoken Atheist
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    The Wit and Wisdom of Christopher Hitchens: Thoughts of an Outspoken Atheist

    By David Graham

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    One of the best known atheists ever to have lived, Christopher Hitchens was also renowned as being one of the most articulate debaters of modern times. Until his death in 2011 he was regularly quoted in the media due to his controversial views on religion and politics.

    A much revered character, Hitchens was always one to stay true to his beliefs. This book brings together some of his finest quotes on a range of topics.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherBen Berger
    Release dateSep 7, 2014
    ISBN9781310093005
    The Wit and Wisdom of Christopher Hitchens: Thoughts of an Outspoken Atheist

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      The Wit and Wisdom of Christopher Hitchens - David Graham

      THE WIT AND WISDOM OF CHRISTOPHER HITCHENS

      DAVID GRAHAM

      Smashwords Edition

      Copyright 2014 David Graham

      CONTENTS

      Introduction

      About America

      About Atheism

      About Himself and his Family

      About Other People

      Notable Quotes on a Variety of Topics

      On Politics

      On War and Terrorism

      Philosophy

      Religion

      INTRODUCTION

      Christopher Hitchens was a renowned journalist and masterful orator. As his career progressed, however, he became perhaps better known for his views on religion, being an outspoken and confirmed atheist.

      Hitchens appeared in many debates and could argue like no other. One of the most articulate people in modern times, it is easy to see why so many people were drawn to his regular debates, whether they opposed or supported his views.

      One of the most compelling aspects of Hitchens’ character was that he was never one to pull any punches; he spoke his mind at all times and wasn’t afraid to speak out on a wide variety of topics, often in the face of severe adversity.

      I myself am a great admirer of Hitchens’; he was an inspiration to many ‘closet’ atheists and his death in 2011 was a sincere loss to the world.

      This book brings together some of the best of Hitchens’ opinions on a variety of topics.

      ABOUT AMERICA

      "The great thing about the United States and the historically magnetic effect it has had on a lot of

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