Discussing the Intertwined History of Atheism and Vegetarianism in the 19th and 20th Centuries: Was It a Divine Union?, Featuring Nathan Alexander (8th July 2025)
The Freethinker is set to host its fourth online seminar, delving into the historical interplay between atheism and vegetarianism. This free event is part of an ongoing series, offering insight into freethought history and its persistent relevance.
The webinar, to be led by the host and guest speakers, spans approximately an hour and invites questions from participants. To keep updated on the webinar schedule and all Freethinker-related news, users are encouraged to sign up for the free biweekly newsletter.
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Registration is now open for Webinar #4: "Atheism and Vegetarianism in the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries: A Perfect Pair?". Scheduled for July 8 at 7 pm UK time, this session will be conducted via Zoom.
The session delves into the historical context of atheists and freethinkers' interest in vegetarianism, drawing particular attention to figures like Percy Bysshe Shelley, G.W. Foote, and Henry S. Salt.
Nathan G. Alexander, a lecturer in history at the University of Ottawa, serves as the speaker for this intriguing discussion. Alexander is the author of "Race in a Godless World: Atheism, Race, and Civilization, 1850-1914" and co-host of the Beyond Atheism podcast. He holds a PhD in modern history from the University of St Andrews.
Prospective attendees are advised to register in advance to secure a spot at the webinar. The registration link can be accessed directly or via the accompanying image.
The Freethinker would like to extend their gratitude to Bob Forder for proposing and assisting in the organization of these seminars.
- The Freethinker's fourth webinar explores the historical link between atheism and vegetarianism.
- This webinar is part of an ongoing series by The Freethinker, focusing on freethought history and its contemporary significance.
- Webinar #4, led by Nathan G. Alexander, will be conducted via Zoom on July 8 at 7 pm UK time.
- Registration is now open for this session, titled "Atheism and Vegetarianism in the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries: A Perfect Pair?"
- Alexander, a lecturer in history at the University of Ottawa, is the author of "Race in a Godless World: Atheism, Race, and Civilization, 1850-1914" and co-host of the Beyond Atheism podcast.
- Recordings of past webinars can be found on The Freethinker's YouTube channel.
- To keep updated on the webinar schedule and other Freethinker news, users are encouraged to sign up for the free biweekly newsletter.
- The Freethinker would like to express their appreciation to Bob Forder for his ideas and assistance in organizing these seminars.
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