by John Allen Paulos · Tusquets Editores S.A. · tapa blanda · ISBN 9788483831335
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In 'Elogio de la irreligión' ('In Praise of Irreligion'), John Allen Paulos, a renowned mathematician, sets out to analyze and dismantle traditional and modern arguments for the existence of God. With a critical approach and using logical reasoning, Paulos examines everything from classical proofs based on definitions and first causes to more contemporary notions centered on 'intelligent design'. Through his analysis, the author not only exposes the traps and reasoning errors present in these arguments, but also does so with an ironic and humorous style, inviting reflection on faith and reason.
John Allen Paulos is an American professor of mathematics at Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, a writer and speaker on mathematics and the importance of mathematical literacy. He writes about the dangers of mathematical innumeracy, ie the layperson's misconceptions about numbers, probability, and logic.
