Popular Bible teacher David Hocking turns to the opening chapters of the Book of Genesis to find answers to our most basic questions about the origin of life and its meaning--questions that have perplexed the greatest thinkers throughout the history of the human race. Hocking's inquiry also gives insight into other mysteries, such as the presence of evil in our world, the tension between the sexes, the reliability of the biblical account of Noah and the flood, and much more. If you've ever wondered how it all began--and what difference it makes--The Rise and Fall of Civilization is a good place to go to discover some answers.