“The God Delusion” by Oxford biologist Richard Dawkins
By Carmen Cadwick on December 4th, 2007
“The God Delusion” by Oxford biologist Richard Dawkins is sparking anger in religious Turkey, and the publisher of the Turkish edition of the book could face prosecution for insulting believers. The publisher Errol Karaaslan told Reuter, “A Turkish citizen complained, saying that this book was hurtful to members of religions living in Turkey, and wanted the book banned and the publishers punished.” Kuzey Publications, Errol Karaaslan’s company has printed 6,000 copies of the book and is among the some 30 foreign editions of the bestseller. He said “The prosecutor has not yet press charges but was considering taking action under a law against stirring hatred among people.” Karaaslan is now preparing a written defense and arranging for a lawyer.
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