Godless by pete hautman biography summary

Powered by Create your own unique website with customizable templates. Get Started. Video Preview. Writing Tips Mushrooms. Then a simple gag makes faith the centerpiece of his summer: What if the town water tower is God? Jason shares his quirky observation with Shin and soon finds himself the head of a new religious sect of "Chutengodians" worshipping the metal edifice they now call the "Ten-legged One.

During a ceremonial midnight climb to the top of the water tower, the consequences of their passion turn from merely theoretical to near-deadly. While bringing to the fore penetrating questions about faith, Godless is also an insightful, often amusing narrative of what really goes on during a seemingly slow-paced teen summer. The novel neither exalts nor eschews established religion, but instead explores the nature of worship, the act of questioning one's beliefs, and the power of charisma and clever ideas.

In the opening chapter of Godless,

Jason Bock is a compelling antihero, a leader who never intended to lead, and an ordinary teenager facing the extraordinarily timeless challenge of wondering if there is a place for God in his complex, commodified, and mostly secular life. In the opening chapter of Godless, Jason Bock describes himself in terms of his appearance, his intellect, and his friendships.

Based on his description, do you think you would be a friend to Jason? Do you consider Jason's view of himself positive, negative, or otherwise? Explain your answers. What does Jason suggest is the reason Henry Stagg is not afraid to fight?