Europe and the Faith (1920) is a historical and philosophical work by Hilaire Belloc that argues that European identity, culture, and civilization are intrinsically tied to the Catholic Church. Its central argument is summarized in Belloc's famous statement: 'Europe is Faith, and Faith is Europe.' The book explains how the Catholic Church maintained and embraced Roman culture during the transition from the ancient empire to the Middle Ages, making it the foundation of modern Europe. It is written from a staunchly Catholic perspective, rejecting modern interpretations of history that separate religion from European development. It is both an apology for Catholic influence in shaping Europe and a warning about the consequences of abandoning those roots.