Christopher Hitchens

Christopher Hitchens was a well-known writer, journalist, and lecturer. He was known for his biting wit and his great ability to hone in on details that were lost on others. His perception and intuition coupled with his intellect and his amazing ability to express himself both orally and in the written word made him a frequent guest on political TV shows and in lecture halls. He was an staunch atheist and maintained those convictions until his death.

Christopher was born in England and educated at Oxford. He authored more than twenty books including essay collections and other writings. On the personal side, he was married and the father of three children. He was a much lauded writer and lecturer. He was a finalist for the 2007 National Book Award for the international bestseller entitled, "God Is Not Great: How Religion Poisons Everything." Christopher's 2010 memoir was a finalist for...