"Is the Bible Worth Reading and Other Essays" by Lemuel Kelley Washburn is a thought-provoking collection of essays that delves into a variety of complex topics. Washburn's writing is articulate and insightful, offering unique perspectives on religion, literature, and society. While some readers may not agree with all of Washburn's views, the essays provide a valuable opportunity for introspection and debate. Overall, this book is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in exploring deep philosophical questions.

Book Description:
These are more than 100 short essays on all things atheism and freethought penned by Lemuel K. Washburn, an American freethought writer and editor for the Boston Investigator. He talks about a wide range of topics, for example about women and the church, human integrity, the character of god and the idea and teachings of Jesus. At the end of some essays there are aphorisms from his pen. Washburn is best known for the Cosmian Hymn Book: A Collection of Original and Selected Hymns, a collection of hymns promoted as "perfectly free from all sectarianism" published in 1888.