Spencer, Nicholas
Magisteria: The Entangled Histories of Science & Religion
- ISBN 13:
- 9780861547302
- author:
- Spencer, Nicholas
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- ONEWorld Publications
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 480
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 13 x 3.1 centimetres (0.3
- Genre:
- History, World History, Nonfiction,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
Science and religion have always been intertwined. A deeply researched history of their interplay reveals a complex relationship that has shaped human history. The true story of science and religion is one of inspiration and tension, of faith and doubt. It's about the role of religion in shaping scientific thought, and the quiet doubts that even the most brilliant scientists had. From the early days of Galileo to the latest advances in AI, this relationship has been a defining aspect of human history. Nicholas Spencer sheds new light on this complex landscape, exploring how science and religion have influenced each other over time.