The Gathering of Infidels
Subtitle: A Hundred Years of the Rationalist Press Association
Contributors: Edward Royle (Introduction)
Publisher: Prometheus Books
Published: July 2004
Language: eng
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 356
ISBN-13: 9781591021964
Subjects: Publishing industry; Rationalism; Philosophy (General); Sociology Of Organizations; Philosophy; Rationalist Press Association; Movements - Rationalism; History; General
First sentence: The freethought movement around the world can boast some of the longest-standing organisations and publications, some of the most interesting personalities, and some of the most fascinating tales of the modern era.
Description: "The Gathering of Infidels, the first history of the RPA, delves into its archives to tell a fascinating story. Experienced freethought historian Bill Cooke discusses the association's achievements and ideas and profiles the key people involved in its development. At the same time, he does not shy away from its difficulties and controversies, offering a critical perspective that rationalists will certainly appreciate. He covers the historical background of the RPA's formation, the crucial role played by Charles Albert Watts, the association's enormous publishing successes, the vicissitudes of war and peace, and the evolution of rationalist ideas. The appendices include RPA-related bibliographic information as well as listings of its honorary associates, office holders, and conference topics and speakers."--BOOK JACKET.