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Promethean Love: Paul Kurtz and the Humanistic Perspective on Love
Author(s): Timothy Madigan (Author, Editor)
- Publisher: Cambridge Scholars Publishing
- Publication Date: 21 Feb. 2006
- Edition: 1st
- Language: English
- Print length: 334 pages
- ISBN-10: 1904303625
- ISBN-13: 9781904303626
Book Description
The myth of Prometheus has inspired countless generations of humanists throughout the ages. Prometheus — who stole fire from the gods and gave it to humans to help them survive — remains a symbol for those who reject theistic orthodoxies and who fearlessly challenge accepted beliefs. Artists such as Byron, Goethe, Beethoven and Wagner have been influenced by this story. Most importantly, Prometheus is a symbol for selfless love. In this collection of essays, the Promethean myth and its relationship to the philosophy of love is explored from its origins in Ancient Greece, to its similarities and contrasts with the figure of Christ. Special emphasis is given to the work and writings of Paul Kurtz, the foremost contemporary defender of humanism as a worldview, who has made the figure of Prometheus a special part of his own philosophy.
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About the Author
Timothy J. Madigan teaches philosophy at St. John Fisher College, and is on the editorial board of Philosophy Now magazine. He was formerly the editor of Free Inquiry magazine.
