Science and Religion: A Historical Introduction

The Science and Religion book is an essential examination of the historical relationship between science and religion, providing a comprehensive survey of the complex relationship of Western religious traditions to science from the beginning of the Christian era to the late twentieth century.

This indispensable classroom guide has been revised and expanded with new chapters that bring fresh perspectives on a diverse range of topics, including new scientific approaches and disciplines and non-Christian traditions such as Judaism, Islam, Asiatic religions, and atheism.

With 11 new essays, this second edition provides a more detailed analysis of historical changes in scientific understanding and theological implications of contemporary science.

The book traces the rise of science from its birth in the medieval West through the scientific revolution, assessing major shifts marked by the discoveries of Copernicus, Galileo, Isaac Newton, Charles Darwin, and others.

This comprehensive guide is now more useful than ever before, providing a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the intersection of scientific discovery and religious responses.