Religion and science
By: Bertrand Russell ; with a new introduction by Michael Ruse.
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Published: 1997
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 254
Subjects: Religion and science; Religion and science -- History
Description: "In this timely work, Russell, philosopher, agnostic, mathematician, and renowned peace advocate, offers a brief yet insightful study of the conflicts between science and traditional religion during the last four centuries.

Examining accounts in which scientific advances clashed with Christian doctrine or biblical interpretations of the day, from Galileo and the Copernican Revolution, to the medical breakthroughs of anesthesia and inoculation, Russell points to the constant upheaval and reevaluation of our systems of belief throughout history. In turn, he identifies where similar debates between modern science and the Church still exist today.

Michael Ruse's new introduction brings these conflicts between science and theology up to date, focusing on issues arising after World War II."--BOOK JACKET.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. xxiii) and index.