Heretic: Confessions of an Ex-catholic Rebel

by Jerome Tuccille

Religious fanaticism and intolerance are perhaps the greatest evils afflicting the human race. Most of the violence in the world today and throughout history has been caused by major religions trying to exterminate those who don’t share the same beliefs. In this eye-opening memoir, author Jerome Tuccille shares the story of his intensely personal struggle with the Roman Catholic Church. After turning in an essay on the Virgin Birth that claimed the Catholic Church dehumanized women, Tuccille is denounced as a heretic by the dean of a Catholic college. As a result, he abandons the religion of his youth and embarks on a global odyssey through Australia, Singapore, India, Europe, and the United States. Tuccille’s adventures lead to a life of decadence and transcendental discovery. HERETIC dramatizes a tug-of-war between the sensual and the divine, revealing the constant struggle with spiritual questions that have stirred the minds and hearts of thoughtful people since time began.

246 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2006

About the author

Jerome Tuccille (c. 1937 – February 2017) was an American writer and activist usually associated with the libertarian movement of American politics.

Reviews

[Bill Rudersdorf · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very engaging read!

This is an introspective autobiographical journey of the author’s first three plus decades, with some follow-up notes. It is also a parallel history of his family and upbringing. Very satisfying.