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Dive into a fascinating exploration of belief and reason with Chapman Cohen, a prominent 20th-century English freethinker, atheist, and secularist. In this enlightening treatise, Cohen traces the evolution of the concept of God from its primitive roots to contemporary interpretations. He presents a powerful case for atheism, advocating it as a more rational alternative to theism and agnosticism. Join us as we unravel the complexities of faith and skepticism in this compelling narrative. - Summary by J. M. Smallheer

Theism or Atheism, published in 1921, examines not only arguments for and against the existence of God, but also the practical usefulness of such a concept. The author writes, “Atheism would mean in practice an enormous concentration of energy upon purely human affairs, and a judgment of conduct in terms of human happiness and prosperity.”