THE TWILIGHT OF ATHEISM: THE RISE AND FALL OF DISBELIEF IN THE MODERN WORLD

From: The Spectator | Date: October 9, 2004| Author: Anderson, Digby | Copyright information

The god that has failed to fail THE TWILIGHT OF ATHEISM: THE RISE AND FALL OF DISBELIEF IN THE MODERN WORLD by Alister McGrath Rider, £14.99, pp. 306, ISBN 1844135748 £12.99 (plus £2.25 p&p) 0870 800 4848

Atheists were rare before the mid-18th century. The 200 years from then to the mid 20th century were their moment, especially among intellectuals. Much opinion imagines their success will continue. Professor McGrath thinks it has already turned into decline. 'Religion and faith...

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