Reconstructing Nature: Engagement of Science and Religion - Softcover

Brooke, John; Cantor, Geoffrey

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0567087255 ISBN 13: 9780567087256

Publisher: T.& T.Clark Ltd, 2000

Synopsis

Shortlisted for the Templeton Foundation Prize for Outstanding Books in Theology and Natural Sciences

John Brooke and Geoffrey Cantor discuss exciting developments in the sciences, whether in Big Bang cosmology, chaos theory or genetic engineering, in relation to moral and spiritual questions.

Contemporary discussion can, however, be blind if it ignores previous forms of engagement between science and religion. In their Gifford Lectures the authors argue that not one but several historical approaches are required to achieve critical perspective and balanced understanding. Accordingly, each chapter demonstrates the value of a particular historical method.

Ranging from alchemy to new-age philosophies, from the Galileo affair to the Darwinian controversies, this is an indispensable and highly accessible book for all interested in science and religion.

Edition details

• Publisher: T.& T.Clark Ltd
• Publication date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0567087255
• ISBN 13: 9780567087256
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 384