Leaving the Fold: Testimonies of Former Fundamentalists
- ISBN-10
- 1615921672
- ISBN-13
- 9781615921676
- Category
- Religion
- Pages
- 462
- Language
- English
- Published
- 1995
- Publisher
- Prometheus Books
- Author
- Edward T. Babinski
Description
The individual statements and recollections are clearly, thoughtfully, and intelligently presented, and documentation is thorough. A useful addition to church, academic, and larger public library collections. -Library JournalThis riveting collection shows the struggle in breaking with one's faith and searching for meaning in life. -Polish-American JournalImportant guidance for people struggling to think for themselves and offers encour- agement to find their own way into the wide world of free religious choice as essential to the growth of a mature faith. Highly recommended for people considering a more open approach to religious choice. -The Reader's Review. . .sharp commentary and abundant documentation presenting an interesting introduction to fundamentalism. -Baptists Today. . . a revealing picture of what attracts people to fundamentalism and what can drive believers away from it. -Reference & Research Book NewsThe book was recently removed from the shelves of the Anderson County Public Library in South Carolina (Babinski's home state), due to complaints from patrons. The book contains nearly three dozen first-hand testimonies from former fundamentalists who have become liberal Christians, agnostics or atheists. According to Babinski, 'I've tried to get the local newspaper to interview me since writing my book, but they never had the time. Sales have been slow. Now, miracle of miracles, the book is being mentioned in newspapers, television and radio. God bless those Christians!' -The Secular Humanist BulletinIt is a very thought-provoking book which discusses almost every aspect of the fundamentalist viewpoint. -Perspectives on Science and Christian FaithThe thin-skinned will not appreciate the book. The mature and secure will find it highly instructive, if occasionally unsettling. -Biblical Viewpoint
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