The evolution of religion : $b An anthropological study

"The Evolution of Religion: An Anthropological Study" by L. R. Farnell explores the development of religious practices and beliefs throughout different cultures. The book examines the intricate nature of human spirituality and religious traditions, ranging from simple societies to more complex civilizations, emphasizing the influence of purification rituals and prayer. The author introduces his contribution to the study of comparative religion, outlining his focus on purification rituals and the progression of prayer from basic to advanced forms, and he acknowledges the difficulties of the subject while inviting discourse and future study in anthropology and religious studies.