Science And Religion: In Contemporary Philosophy (1911)

By Émile Boutroux and Jonathan Nield

Book Overview

Science and Religion: In Contemporary Philosophy is a book written by French philosopher Emile Boutroux and originally published in 1911. The book explores the relationship between science and religion in modern philosophy, examining the ways in which these two fields have been understood and reconciled by contemporary thinkers.Boutroux begins by tracing the historical development of the relationship between science and religion, from the ancient Greeks to the modern era. He then turns his attention to contemporary philosophy, examining the ways in which thinkers such as Henri Bergson, William James, and Ernst Haeckel have approached the problem of reconciling science and religion.Throughout the book, Boutroux argues that science and religion are not necessarily incompatible, but rather that they represent different aspects of human experience that can be understood and appreciated in their own right. He advocates for a more holistic approach to knowledge, one that recognizes the value of both scientific and religious perspectives.Science and Religion: In Contemporary Philosophy is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of one of the most enduring and complex questions in human thought. Boutroux's nuanced analysis of the relationship between science and religion remains relevant and illuminating today, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the intersection of these two fields.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: 1104462818
• ISBN13: 9781104462819
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 412 Pages
• Weight: 1.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"