This book examines the development and influence of five major world religions throughout the tumultuous twentieth century. It explores how Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Judaism navigated the profound social, political, and technological changes of the era, including world wars, decolonization, and the rise of secularism. The author, W. Owen Cole, draws upon historical scholarship to analyze the adaptations and challenges faced by these faiths as they interacted with modernity and sought to maintain their relevance.

This historical survey by W. Owen Cole offers a comparative look at the trajectory of five significant world religions across the twentieth century. The book likely provides a structured overview of how these faiths adapted to the era's rapid societal shifts, from global conflicts to emerging secular ideologies. Its focus on Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Judaism suggests an attempt to map their evolving influence and internal dynamics in response to modernity. The work is positioned as an academic examination of religious history during a period of intense global change.