The Tyranny Of Shams (1916)

The Tyranny of Shams is a book written by Joseph McCabe in 1916. The book is a critical analysis of the concept of religion and its impact on society. McCabe argues that religion is nothing but a sham, and its influence on society is a form of tyranny. He believes that religion has been used as a tool to control the masses and that it has been responsible for many of the world's conflicts and wars. The book is divided into two parts. In the first part, McCabe provides a historical overview of religion and its evolution over time. He examines the origins of religion and how it has been used to control people throughout history. McCabe also critiques the various religious beliefs and practices, including Christianity, Islam, and Judaism, and argues that they are all based on myths and superstitions.In the second part of the book, McCabe focuses on the impact of religion on society. He argues that religion has been responsible for many of the world's conflicts and that it has hindered progress and scientific advancement. McCabe also critiques the role of religion in politics and its influence on social issues such as morality, sexuality, and education.Overall, The Tyranny of Shams is a thought-provoking book that challenges the traditional beliefs and practices of religion. It is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the impact of religion on society and the role of critical thinking in challenging established beliefs.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.