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Book Synopsis: “I see God,” wrote Norman Mailer, “as a Creator, as the greatest artist. I see human beings as His most developed artworks.” In these moving, amusing, and probing dialogues conducted in the years before his death, Mailer establishes his own system of belief, rejecting both organized religion and atheism. He avows that sensual pleasures were bestowed on us by God; he finds fault with the Ten Commandments; and he holds that technology was the Devil’s most brilliant creation. In short, Mailer is original and unpredictable in this inspiring journey, in which “God needs us as much as we need God.”
Praise for On God
“[Norman Mailer’s] theology is not theoretical to him. After eight decades, it is what he believes. He expects no adherents, and does not profess to be a prophet, but he has worked to forge his beliefs into a coherent catechism.”—New York
“The glory of an original mind in full provocation.”—USA Today
“At once illuminating and exciting . . . a chance to see Mailer’s intellect as well as his lively conversational style of speech.”—American Jewish Life
“Remarkable . . . [Mailer’s] a believer—in his own fashion. . . . He has made [God] into a complex character.”—The Globe and Mail
Praise for Norman Mailer
“[Norman Mailer] loomed over American letters longer and larger than any other writer of his generation.”—The New York Times
“A writer of the greatest and most reckless talent.”—The New Yorker
“Mailer is indispensable, an American treasure.”—The Washington Post
“A devastatingly alive and original creative mind.”—Life
“Mailer is fierce, courageous, and reckless and nearly everything he writes has sections of headlong brilliance.”—The New York Review of Books
“The largest mind and imagination [in modern] American literature . . . Unlike just about every American writer since Henry James, Mailer has managed to grow and become richer in wisdom with each new book.”—Chicago Tribune
“Mailer is a master of his craft. His language carries you through the story like a leaf on a stream.”—The Cincinnati Post
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Discover the thought-provoking and captivating world of Norman Mailer's "On God: An Uncommon Conversation." This extraordinary book challenges the confines of traditional religious discourse, providing an original and unpredictable journey into Mailer's deeply personal system of belief. Rejecting the constraints of organized religion and atheism, Mailer presents his unique perspective on God as the ultimate Creator and humankind as His most exquisite artworks. Are you ready to explore a new paradigm?
Written in Mailer's engaging conversational style, "On God" takes readers on a fascinating exploration of theology and philosophy. Mailer's belief that God bestowed sensual pleasures upon us challenges conventional religious teachings. By discussing the faults he finds in the Ten Commandments, Mailer encourages readers to question long-held assumptions and discover a more authentic connection with their spirituality.
Mailer's perspective on technology as the Devil's most brilliant creation is both provocative and eye-opening. In an era dominated by innovation and digital connectivity, "On God" unravels the complex relationship between humanity and the tools we've created. Prepare to have your views challenged and expanded as Mailer delves into this profoundly thought-provoking topic.
Mailer's "On God" is not just another theological treatise; it offers a chance to glimpse into the mind of a true maverick. A believer in his own distinct fashion, Mailer presents God as a complex character unlikely to fit into any preconceived notions. His deeply personal and honest approach inspires readers to embark on their own spiritual journey, unbounded by the limitations of traditional religious dogma.
Join the legions of readers captivated by Norman Mailer's remarkable wisdom and insight. Immerse yourself in the words of a writer who has indelibly shaped American literature. Don't miss the opportunity to experience Mailer's unparalleled intellect and his ability to provoke, excite, and illuminate. Prepare to be enthralled by his masterful storytelling and challenging ideas. Get your copy of "On God: An Uncommon Conversation" now and embark on a transcendent journey of the mind and spirit. Order now.
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