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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the heated debate surrounding the theory of evolution in the late 19th century, a time when Darwin's ideas were both revolutionary and controversial. The author uses a humorous and satirical approach to explore the clash between scientific and religious worldviews. The story unfolds through a series of dialogues between a book agent, a group of lumbermen, and a local character named Jericho Jones. The book agent, a staunch advocate of evolution, attempts to explain the theory to the lumbermen, who are mostly unfamiliar with the concepts of protoplasm and differentiation. Jericho Jones, initially skeptical, embraces evolution, and even develops his own theory on the evolution of the steamboat. The lumbermen, however, remain unconvinced, peppering the agent and Jones with witty and pointed questions, challenging their claims of scientific objectivity. The discussions expose the limitations of both scientific dogma and blind faith, highlighting the complexities of reconciling rational inquiry with spiritual beliefs. The book offers a witty and insightful commentary on the enduring tension between science and religion, a conflict that resonates even today. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333378042_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333378042
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333378042
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)