Mr. Gladstone And Genesis

By Thomas Henry Huxley

Book Overview

""Mr. Gladstone and Genesis"" is a book written by Thomas H. Huxley, a prominent 19th-century biologist and philosopher. The book explores the relationship between science and religion, specifically focusing on the biblical story of Genesis and its interpretation by the British politician William Ewart Gladstone. Huxley argues that Gladstone's interpretation of Genesis is flawed and outdated, and that scientific evidence contradicts many of the claims made in the Bible. He also discusses the broader implications of this conflict between science and religion, including the role of education and the importance of critical thinking. Overall, ""Mr. Gladstone and Genesis"" is a thought-provoking examination of the intersection of faith and reason in the modern world.THIS 44 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Science and Hebrew Tradition Essays, by Thomas H. Huxley. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766137848.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425369537
• ISBN13: 9781425369538
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"