Geoff Crocker embarks on a noble project indeed as he attempts to synthesise from both ends of the contemporary theistic/atheistic spectrum the moral framework for a viable 21st century living model. Although this timely volume basically critiques the writings of others (the author's personal selection) Geoff's own voice frequently breaks out to challenge his readers with undisguised passion. His analysis of the western zeitgeist rings true and he touches some interesting areas of secular and religious life. For lively and open-minded folk, particularly those who can't find the time to digest 'in the original' the plethora of philosophical re-thinking currently hitting the shelves, the book may act as a useful prompt to revisit their trusty traditional moral compass - to find it needs considerable adjustment for journeying in a fast-moving new century.

Penny Mawdsley