A Theory of Creation: A Review of 'Vestiges of the Natural History of Creation'
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| Author | Bowen, Francis, 1811-1890 |
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| Title | A Theory of Creation: A Review of 'Vestiges of the Natural History of Creation' |
| Note | Reading ease score: 47.0 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "A Theory of Creation: A Review of 'Vestiges of the Natural History of Creation'" is a scientific critique written in the mid-19th century. This work critically examines the theories put forth in "Vestiges of the Natural History of Creation,” addressing the origins of life and the universe through a lens of skepticism towards speculative science. It delves into philosophical debates regarding creation, natural laws, and the interplay between science and religion. The opening of this publication sets the tone by introducing the ambitious yet controversial ideas of the original work it critiques. It describes the author of "Vestiges" as a creative yet audacious thinker, tackling the story of creation from the nebulous beginnings of the universe to the evolution of various life forms. The text highlights the significant departure from theological narratives, while also critiquing the scientific plausibility of the theories presented, emphasizing the necessity of examining the inherent assumptions and implications behind such grand and speculative ideas about life's origins and development. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QH: Science: Natural history |
| Subject | Evolution (Biology) |
| Subject | Creation |
| Subject | Chambers, Robert, 1802-1871. Vestiges of the natural history of creation |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 24648 |
| Release Date | Feb 19, 2008 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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