"The Death of Adam: Essays on Modern Thought" is a collection of essays by Marilynne Robinson that explores the intersection of faith, philosophy, and modernity. The book's title refers to the symbolic death of traditional beliefs and values in the age of Enlightenment and modern science. Robinson challenges the prevailing notions of human progress and emphasizes the importance of grappling with fundamental questions about existence, morality, and the human condition. Robinson draws on a...