How I Survived My Creationist Upbringing (with free book giveaway)

Even those of us who can tear apart religious myths in our sleep won't want to miss out on an evening with Mark Alsip, who will be discussing, signing, and giving away copies of his book Journey to Reason.

Mark grew up in a strict Christian fundamentalist community. Ironically, it was his keen hunger for knowledge and truth, which began in early childhood, that saved him. Armed with his own intellect, he managed to break free from his absurd religious environment to pursue a brilliant career in the sciences.

Mark will regale us with stories of breathtaking experiences with cognitive dissonance in people--people who are highly educated, generous, and truly care about others. But they're trapped in the ever-growing trend of science denial.

He is fearlessly critical of religion’s dangerous lies and yet has only compassion for the human beings caught up in them. He articulates some very inconvenient, uncomfortable, and alarming truths about where we will end up if the social schism—fueled primarily by religion—in this country isn’t repaired soon.

Mark sets an outstanding example of how to coexist with people who see our very complicated world as either good or evil. We all must work to acquire this vital skill. It’s the only way to avoid the very real threat of this country descending into authoritarianism. Even those of us who can tear apart religious apologetics in our sleep have much to learn from Mark.

Learn more about Mark at Alsip.net.