Mcwilliams J a Sj (4 results)

1944 206 pages binding (fair/poor) pages (good).

Condition: (fair). 1942 206 pages.

Condition: binding (fair) pages (good). 1944 206 pages.

Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near fine. First Edition. 8vo, 7 3/8 x 5 1/8 inches (186 x 133 mm); x, 243 pp. Maroon cloth binding with gilt title on front and spine; edges very lightly rubbed. Original dust jacket printed in black ink on buff paper with some minor chips and a 1/2 inch tear to head of lower panel. Pages clean and evenly toned, fore-edge of the text block has deckled edges, binding is square. Ink inscription to front free endpaper. An introductory study of the structure and origin of the universe, written from a mid-20th century scientific perspective. James A. McWilliams, S.J. (1882-1965) was a Jesuit priest, philosopher, and author, recognized for his work in cosmology and philosophy, often in the context of Aristotelian-Thomistic traditions. In this work he explains the development of modern cosmological thought - from classical astronomy through relativity and expanding-universe models - in language accessible to non-specialists. In particular he focuses on how scientific accounts of the universe's origin relate to philosophical reasoning and Christian theology, arguing that modern cosmology and religious belief need not be in conflict.…