Science and religion : a very short introduction
Thomas Dixon and Adam R. Shapiro
Bok Engelsk 2022
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Omfang | xxiv, 154 sider : illustrasjoner
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Utgave | Second edition
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Opplysninger | Første utgave 2008. - "Science and Religion: A Very Short Introduction explores the growing field of interdisciplinary studies of science and religion. It reveals how debates about religion and science have been shaped historically by complex cultural and political contexts, and explains the philosophical concepts that shape current debates and how they developed through history. Topics covered include landmark episodes such as the Galileo affair, the Scopes 'Monkey' trial, and the Covid-19 pandemic. The book looks at perspectives from non-Christian religions, including the influence of colonialism and postcolonialism on the global spread of science-religion discourse. This new edition also examines the many ways science and religion have influenced attitudes about race and identity, global health, and the changing global environment"--
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ISBN | 9780198831020
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