Science, Belief and Society : International Perspectives on Religion, Non-Religion and the Public Understanding of Science Hardback
Edited by Stephen H (Newman University, Centre for Science, Knowledge and Belief in Society) Jones, Rebecca (Kent State University) Catto, Tom (University of Bayreuth) Kaden
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The relationship between science and belief has been a prominent subject of public debate for many years, one that has relevance to everything from science communication, health and education to immigration and national values.
Yet, sociological analysis of these subjects remains surprisingly scarce. This wide-ranging book critically reviews the ways in which religious and non-religious belief systems interact with scientific theories and practices.
Contributors explore how, for some secularists, 'science' forms an important part of social identity.
Others examine how many contemporary religious movements justify their beliefs by making a claim upon science.
Moving beyond the traditional focus on the United States, the book shows how debates about science and belief are firmly embedded in political conflict, class, community and culture.
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- Format:Hardback
- Pages:344 pages, 21 Line drawings, black and white; 6 Tables, black and white
- Publisher:Bristol University Press
- Publication Date:22/05/2019
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- ISBN:9781529206944
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Hardback
- Pages:344 pages, 21 Line drawings, black and white; 6 Tables, black and white
- Publisher:Bristol University Press
- Publication Date:22/05/2019
- Category:
- ISBN:9781529206944