The subtitle of this book says it all: 'Why it (religion) happens, why it flourishes, why it unites and divides.' And who can argue that there is nothing like religion to unite and to divide humans? ..... Far more instructive than the rantings of any one-sided argument, be it for against religion or any particular belief system, this book is well worth the read, for it broadens perceptions rather than narrows them, challenges assumptions rather than entrenching them and is, overall, uplifting rather than dismissive of an important – perhaps essential – part of the human experience. ~ Chris Erasmus, Odyssey Magazine

Ivor Morrish has succedded in writing a book that will be of great use to students of religion and to those who wish to understand man's belief in gods and the subsequent development of teh world's religions. ....this book gives to its readers the opportunity to increase their knowledge and understanding. ~ David Anstey, New Vision

A massive amount of material, clearly written, readable and never dry. the fruit of a lifetime's study, a splendid book. it is a major achievement to cover so much background in a volume compact enough to read on the bus. Morris is particularly good on illustrating the inter-relationships betwen religions. I found it hard to put down. ~ , Faith and Freedom