Summary of The God Delusion - by Richard Dawkins

The God Delusion by Richard Dawkins is a book that seeks to dispel the notion of God by presenting scientific and rational arguments against religious belief. The book begins by examining the "increasingly superficial techniques" employed by religious leaders and believers to create a belief in God, and then goes on to explore the fact that there is no logical basis for belief in a Creator. Dawkins then provides a logical examination of various religious claims, attempting to counter them using evidence from science and evolutionary theory. He then turns his attention to the concept of God and attempts to provide a comprehensive explanation of why religion is irrational and should be treated as such. The book concludes by arguing for the acceptance of atheism and humanism as viable and useful moral and ethical systems of thought.