Books
by Christopher Hitchens
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God Is Not Great |
Any critique of faith will stir and frustrate in equal measure and this example, well-written and engaging though it is, is no different. If you believe in a god then the quotes and examples from various holy books, whilst uncomfortable, can probably be dismissed or excused whilst leaving a core faith intact. If you don't believe, then Hitchens is determinedly pointing out the obvious to those with "La-la-I can't hear you" fingers in their ears.
(Clive Yelf - bwl 47 September 2008) |
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Mortality |
Christopher Hitchens was diagnosed with oesophageal cancer in June 2010 and died in December 2011. Between these dates he continued his writing, including these meditations and thoughts on the process of his disease and its inevitable outcome. This is not, however, the story of a 'battle' but a thoughtful examination of the changes that occurred in himself and others as his illness progresses. Cancer claimed Hitchens' voice but he never lost the ability to write.
(Clive Yelf - bwl 90 Autumn 2018) |
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