Philip Womack praises a formidable Egyptian novel
Crispin Robinson explains why he has become initiated in an Afro-Cuban drumming cult
New Humanist prides itself on tracking down and exposing charlatans and cultists. But when they are as bizarre as Genesis P-Orridge, even our nerve failed. So we sent Fiona Russell Powell instead
Caldwell’s argument is timely, powerful and wrong, says Kenan Malik
Are you hardline or happy, hedonist or hounded? Answer the questions below and find out how far your personality suits your philosophy
What can humanist parents use in the battle against religious indoctrination? Danny Postel investigates
The child abuse scandal has finally opened Irish eyes, says Newton Emerson
Laurie Taylor meets the Marxist critic gunning for the New Atheists
Atheists shouldn’t be afraid to be certain, says Michael Neumann
Could the latest Dan Brown blockbuster be the best film of the year so far? asks Fred Rowson