"In this critique of religious philosophy, Beck discusses six philosophers whose works on religion he considers to be the most germane to contemporary issues. First addressing the question 'what is secular philosophy?', Beck then explains differences between the 'families' of secular philosophers, before examining their lives and works. This new edition is 'important to all those who are troubled over the position and function of religion in our culture and in a divided world'."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved