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The Illusion of Faith: A Critical Inquiry into Belief, Religion, and the Human Mind
Paperback
Atheism & AgnosticismGeneral Sociology
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Apr 29 2026
Pages: 168
Weight: 0.47
Height: 0.42 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
What if the greatest barrier to truth is not ignorance-but belief itself?
The Illusion of Faith is a bold and unflinching exploration of belief, doubt, and the human search for meaning. Blending philosophy, science, psychology, and real-world case studies, this book challenges readers to confront one of the most uncomfortable questions of all: why do we believe what we believe?
From ancient scriptures to modern ideologies, Anoop Pachauri examines how systems of belief-religious and secular alike-shape societies, justify power, and resist scrutiny. Drawing on insights from thinkers like Bertrand Russell, Richard Dawkins, and Daniel Kahneman, the book reveals the hidden psychological forces that sustain conviction even in the absence of evidence.
Through compelling case studies-from Giordano Bruno to modern voices of dissent-the book exposes the cost of questioning and the price of certainty.
This is not a book against faith.
It is a book against unquestioned belief.
Inside, you will discover:
- The psychology of belief and cognitive bias
- Why intelligence does not protect against delusion
- The conflict between faith, evidence, and reason
- The role of ideology in both oppression and reform
- The power of doubt as a path to truth
For readers of philosophy, science, and critical thinking, this book is an invitation to think more deeply, question more honestly, and live more freely.
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