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Born near Liverpool in 1961, I became a Christian in 1979, de-converted 25 years later in 2004, and became a Humanist soon afterwards. From a scientific background, I now research ancient mythologies, biblical criticism, church history, as well as the sciences of evolutionary biology and cosmology.

Yosemite, 2005

My essays and videos on these subjects are all featured on this website. Quotations from my work are now found widely on the internet - you are welcome to use short credited quotations. For longer extracts please use the contact details for permission.  Read on and enjoy!

Geoff Mather expounding his thoughts to a nearby dog. (Bodelwyddan 2010)

Music

I began writing music in 1977, some of which is found on this site.  My varied style has been influenced by an eclectic and voracious musical appetite. You will hear traces of the Beatles (inevitably) as well as Nick Drake, Pink Floyd and Tchaikovski.

The Studio - Room 1. There is one room in this studio.

Mindfulness

Although I am generally cheerful and optimistic, I am naturally prone to occasional attacks of depression. In my battle against this I have found “Mindfulness” to be very useful.  I’ve devoted some pages here to an insight into its workings and practice.

“Isn't it enough to see that a garden is beautiful without having to believe that there are fairies at the bottom of it too?”  (Douglas Adams)