This pivotal book is the first to challenge the concept of evolutionism from a cosmological standpoint. Based on the traditional metaphysic it offers a penetrating and comprehensive analysis of the present state of man"s occupancy of the Earth within the cosmic scheme of things. That is, metaphysically speaking, how things are at their origin and beginning, how they unfold in the cosmic plan, where things stand at present, and what a realistic prognosis of our future must entail. This is not a book of blind hope any more than one of pessimistic condemnation of our present predicament. Eschewing such misplaced sentiments and drawing upon the spiritual resources of the perennial wisdom, the author demonstrates how no one can arrest or reverse the current of history. But as all true spirituality confirms, in all ages, the choice is open for each person to turn prevailing conditions to benefit or loss.