The History of Science and Religion in the Western Tradition
Ferngren, Gary B. / Larson, Edward J. First comprehensive survey in the fieldThe debate over evolution's place in the school science curriculum in the United States illustrates the ongoing importance of the relationship between science and religion in the West. Surprisingly, however, that relationship has not always been a locus of contention. It has been varied and multifaceted, with religion oftentimes nurturing and encouraging scientific progress. For the first time, this relat...