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Why I Am an Infidel
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ISBN13: 9781026081112
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 36
Weight: 0.14
Height: 0.07 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Why I Am an Infidel is a profound and candid personal testament from the world-renowned botanist and horticulturist Luther Burbank. Published near the end of his life, this reflective work articulates Burbank's transition from traditional religious upbringing to a philosophy rooted in naturalism and rational inquiry. Known primarily for his pioneering contributions to agricultural science, Burbank applies a similar analytical rigor to matters of faith, challenging the dogmas of the era and advocating for a worldview based on observable natural laws.
In this essay, Burbank explores the themes of intellectual honesty and the scientific method as they apply to the human spirit. He defines his position as an infidel-not as a rejection of morality, but as an embrace of truth over superstition. He argues for a humanistic ethics centered on kindness and the advancement of knowledge rather than the promise of an afterlife. This work stands as a significant historical document within the American freethought movement, offering readers a unique look into the private convictions of one of the 20th century's most celebrated scientific figures. Burbank's reflections remain a compelling study of the intersection between science, nature, and personal belief.
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