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Moores Jr, Robert G

 
9781462057740: Skeptical: Show Me Evidence-Then I'll Believe
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ISBN 10 : 1462057748 ISBN 13 : 9781462057740
Editeur : iUniverse, 2011

Synopsis

In Skeptical, author Bob Moores describes his atheistic/humanistic philosophy and traces its roots back to early childhood epiphanies where he first began to question certain axiological teachings. He argues against creationism and religious fundamentalism and defends scientific naturalism, critical thinking, and a rational approach to understanding the world. Moores attempts to show readers how recent scientific discoveries, especially in biology, are more exciting and uplifting than any form of biblical mythology. Using lay terms, he explains the significance of D.N.A. and why a scientific theory is more than just a guess. He argues that modern humanistic values are superior in many ways to those venerated in ancient texts, and he shares his belief that humans are both the greatest threat and greatest hope for the preservation of life on Earth. Moores hopes that Skeptical will challenge readers to consider views and information that may conflict with their comfort zones, allowing them to broaden their perspectives. He argues that if we are too protective of our own paradigms, if we stubbornly believe that our way is the only way, then the tribes of earth will never come together to solve the most urgent need of all - our continued existence.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

In Skeptical, author Bob Moores describes his atheistic/humanistic philosophy and traces its roots back to early childhood epiphanies where he first began to question certain axiological teachings. He argues against creationism and religious fundamentalism and defends scientific naturalism, critical thinking, and a rational approach to understanding the world. Moores attempts to show readers how recent scientific discoveries, especially in biology, are more exciting and uplifting than any form of biblical mythology. Using lay terms, he explains the significance of D.N.A. and why a scientific theory is more than just a guess. He argues that modern humanistic values are superior in many ways to those venerated in ancient texts, and he shares his belief that humans are both the greatest threat and greatest hope for the preservation of life on Earth. Moores hopes that Skeptical will challenge readers to consider views and information that may conflict with their comfort zones, allowing them to broaden their perspectives. He argues that if we are too protective of our own paradigms, if we stubbornly believe that our way is the only way, then the tribes of earth will never come together to solve the most urgent need of all - our continued existence.

Biographie de l'auteur

Bob Moores holds a degree in mechanical engineering from Johns Hopkins University. He designed and developed power tools for Black & Decker/ DeWalt during a career that spanned more than three decades. Bob and his wife, Marlene, live in Reisterstown, Maryland, and have three children and four grandchildren.

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Éditeur
iUniverse
Date d'édition
2011
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
1462057748
ISBN 13 
9781462057740
Reliure
Broché
Nombre de pages
260
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