They said religion was dying. That science, logic, and progress had erased the need for gods. But belief never disappears—it transforms.
It hides in stadiums where crowds chant in unison, in the glow of screens where algorithms shape desires, in the near-religious devotion to brands, influencers, and technology. The rituals remain, disguised as entertainment, politics, and consumerism.
This book unearths the faith embedded in modern life, revealing how the sacred persists in unexpected places.
The gods are still here. They’ve just changed their names.
Gods and Mortals
Psychological
Futuristic
Artificial Intelligence
Dystopian
Mythology
Identity
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★★ (5.0) (2)
GenrePhilosophy, Other
Length21 mins
Publish dateFeb 27, 2025
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The invisible religion
5The Digital Gospel: Faith in the Age of the Algorithm
2The Disintegration of the Sacred
6The Market of Faith—Consumerism as the New Religion
3A New Pantheon
7The Eternal Return of Faith
4The New Gods
About the author
Victor Freire Casal
Hi, I’m Victor—a writer passionate about sharing stories and insights that inspire professional growth and personal transformation. My journey as a writer began with a life-changing decision during Spain’s 2008 economic crisis. After completing a Master’s in Human Resources and a degree in Sociology, I faced a stagnant job market that pushed me to break down self-imposed barriers and explore opportunities around the world.
This experience shaped my perspective and fueled my writing. I’ve lived and worked in cities like Barcelona, Cork, Edinburgh, Beijing, Shanghai, and Valencia, taking on diverse roles in human resources, sales, social services, customer service, finance, and operations. These global experiences gave me a wealth of stories and lessons that I share through my books and courses.
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