In the Shadow of the Sword: The battle for Global Empire and the End of the Ancient World
Nick Spencer reviews Tom Holland's book about the origins of Islam
In BriefHow Much is Enough? by Robert & Edward Skidelsky
Nick Spencer considers a challenge to consumerism and call for a return to 'the good life'
In BriefChristianity and Party Politics
Nick Spencer reviews Martin Steven's book analysing Christian engagement in British politics
In BriefMasters of Nothing and the meaning of everything
Nick Spencer looks at an analysis of the financial crash and sees a bigger picture
In BriefMorality, markets and Michael Sandel
Nick Spencer reviews Michael Sandel's new book asking what money should not be able to buy.
In BriefA defaced culture
Nick Spencer reviews The Face of God by Roger Scruton
In Brief