Christopher Hitchens

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Christopher Hitchens (1949-2011) was a British-American author, journalist, and literary critic. He was known for his wit, eloquence, and provocative views on religion, politics, and culture. Hitchens wrote several influential books, including 'God Is Not Great: How Religion Poisons Everything,' in which he critiques organized religion. He was a prominent figure in the 'New Atheism' movement and engaged in public debates with various theologians and thinkers. Hitchens was also a noted polemicist and wrote for several major publications, including Vanity Fair and The Atlantic. He was born in Portsmouth, England, and later became a naturalized American citizen. His writing often showcased a deep commitment to freedom of expression and a disdain for dogma, regardless of its source. Hitchens was diagnosed with esophageal cancer in 2010, and he continued to write and debate until his death in December 2011.