The Ironic Influence of Richard Dawkins.

This article focuses on a new book, *Coming to Faith Through Dawkins: 12 Essays on the Pathway from New Atheism to Christianity*, which compiles personal accounts from twelve educated professionals who describe how the arguments of Richard Dawkins, a prominent figure in New Atheism, prompted them to explore and ultimately embrace Christianity. Edited by two retired British scientists and Christian authors, the book highlights common themes among contributors, including dissatisfaction with the tone and perceived lack of moral and existential answers in Dawkins's work, and a turn toward Christianity for its explanations of the universe's intelligibility and moral grounding. The editors aim to encourage readers to reflect on fundamental questions about meaning, morality, and the nature of the universe, noting a rise in religious apathy rather than atheism in some regions.