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[close] Ahoy, bibliophiles! Welcome to "The Gray Area", where readers come together to discuss all kinds of serious issues presented in books, be it racism, sexism, ageism, bioethical issues, political views, or anything that keep you awake at night. In addition, a new book will be recommended every two weeks by the moderator, who will try her best to include a variety of genre (nonfiction included, despite what the subtopic says). Final advice: Keep calm and read on.

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[close] This book club is associated to "Babu Gogineni -- humanists & rationalists' arena" Facebook group(https://www.facebook.com/groups/BabuGogineni/) and South Asian Humanist Association (SAHA) Some of MN Roy's works are available here (downloaded from Digital Library of India, Copyrights expired): https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/113fFO7ApjrqFk54Q1Q53tnDHp8kv8QVr?usp=sharing BR Ambedkar's writings are available here: http://www.mea.gov.in/books-writings-of-ambedkar.htm This book club is to refer and discuss books related to Humanism and promote Humanistic values. What is Humanism? Humanism: - Is a philosophy of life for modern humans. - Is a philosophy of human freedom and responsibility. - Is founded on critical intelligence, knowledge and universal human values. - Provides a way of understanding our place in the universe; helps us create meaning and purpose in life. - Values the individual, and supports the idea of Human Dignity and universal Human Rights. - Recognizes our common humanity & promotes compassionate action in the spirit of human solidarity. - Values creativity and the pursuit of excellence in all fields of life. - Is an alternative to traditional authoritarian social and political philosophies and ideologies.

[close] This group discusses books that help us better understand each other and the natural world that we are responsible for and on which all of creation depends. We strive to create connected and sustainable communities by exploring what loving God and our neighbors as ourselves could look like. Our preference is for books that can be checked out from the library, digitally downloaded, and available as an audio book. This club is affiliated with the Church of the Resurrection (a Methodist church in Leawood, KS) and all are welcome.