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Humanism
 Websites presented in alphabetical order Annotated Webliography of Humanism 
 An annotated list of resources concerning the "conglomerate of traditions, a multi-faceted cultural and social phenomenon" known as humanism. Features the classic "Renaissance humanism" oriented toward Greek and Roman examples, the 18th century Enlightenment exaltation of human reason, Marxism, and the more recent "secular humanism." Includes sites devoted to humanist organizations, specific threads of progressive or skeptical thought, and major thinkers throughout history. From a humanities professor at the Universiteit voor Humanistiek, Utrecht, Netherlands. http://www.xs4all.nl/~pderkx/humwebliography.html Topics: Faiths, Literary Movements and Periods, Philosophy, Religion Last updated Dec 29, 2003 Atheist Alliance Web Center
Speaking for organizations throughout the world, this group works to oppose the influence of "authoritarian religion." Their site features the group's newsletters and information about their periodical Secular Nation . There is an annotated and categorized list of links to additional resources and organizations for freethinkers, atheists, and humanists. Books on their Freethought Bookshelf often include reviews from members of the Alliance. http://www.atheistalliance.org/ Topics: Faiths, Philosophy, Religion Last updated Apr 15, 2000 Erasmus Center for Early Modern Studies: Erasmus
Background about the late-15th and early-16th century Dutch humanist scholar Desiderius Erasmus. Features an illustrated overview of his life and descriptions of his works. Some material only available in Dutch, but English translations should be available soon. From the Erasmus Center for Early Modern Studies at Erasmus University Rotterdam and Rotterdam City Library. http://www.erasmus.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=site.show&CTX_ID=497124C4505693014BED874CE8BA26C9 Topics: Notable People: Arts & Humanities, Philosophy Last updated Sep 11, 2007 International Humanist and Ethical Union (IHEU)
Site of the "world umbrella organization for humanist, ethical culture, rationalist, secularist and freethought groups." Includes articles and information about Humanist organizations, conferences, events, and more. Searchable. http://www.iheu.org/ Topics: Faiths, Philosophy, Religion Last updated Mar 20, 2005 |
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