“…A fascinating argument and, even if you disagreed with it, or had heard it many times before, it was enjoyable for the sheer passion and precision with which the presenter put his case.” Matt Bayliss Daily Express

“Another fascinating instalment of this religious history series” Scotland on Sunday

“…Brilliant….A lucid reminder that television is best when people with something pithy and pertinent to say are given space” AA Gill, Sunday Times

“…(Widdecombe) brought a lot more personal passion to her subject than the average rent-a-presenter.”  Matt Bayliss, Express

“…(Widdecombe) is an informed and engaging guide…” Guardian Guide

“A collection of pointedly personal essays, loosely arranged around the evolving chronology of the church.”  Tom Sutcliffe, Independent

“C4’s ambitious series, in which eight commentators go on personal journeys”, makes an excellent start with Howard Jacobson’s combative essay… This is captivating, challenging TV, however, passionate and cogently argued.” John Dugdale, Sunday Times.

“The premise of this series is interesting in itself: eight different ‘personalities’ from the literary and media worlds embark on a personal journey that takes in a different element of Christianity for exploration, with a view to understanding its influence on the world....For some, this programme will prove to be controversial, but it really shouldn’t be. There is no whiff of the Richard Dawkins call to atheism about it; on the contrary, a great deal of respect is shown.  It is most definitely worth an hour of your time and comes highly recommended.”
Observer

“a brilliant polemic, a riveting history and a font of fresh thinking all at once.” Andrew Billen, Times

“…A passionate and persuasive programme…” Times

“…(A) worthwhile portrait of a religious revolution.” Observer

“As a history lesson, it’s surprisingly watchable.” TV Times

“…Great TV: a script composed with attitude and an outstanding ear for rhythm and rhetoric.” Independent

“A fascinating new series…” Sunday Telegraph

“…A compelling, angry, moving film.” Financial Times

“(An) impressive opener of a documentary series.” Daily Mail

“Beckford makes a convincing case of rejuvenating the image of the Dark Ages…” Mail on Sunday

“This series goes from strength to strength.” Times