Atheist Geographies and Geographies of Atheism

摘要: Although there is a rich geographical literature concerning religion, the spatialities of non-believers have received little notice. This void particularly notable in light recent surge interest and works on atheism. chapter opens with an historical account secularization, including debates over Weberian perspectives. Second, I offer critique focusing its destructive social dimensions anti-intellectualism. Next it delves into geography atheism, state-imposed secularism communist regimes as well diversity found among non-believers. The fourth part summarizes geographies atheism contemporary world, noting that primarily economically developed countries. Fifth, explores question European degree to which experience may be universalized. Finally, discuss thee exceptional case United States, only advanced country high degrees religiosity, American atheists their long-standing political marginalization.