Special features: First major reference work on the relationship of science and religion. * Unique relevance for the quickly expanding number of courses on the subject in American universities. * Designed for scholars and lay persons who need an up-to-date guide to the field. * 103 articles, each containing a comprehensive bibliography. * Contributions by leading specialists in the field.
Gary B. Ferngren is Professor of History at
Oregon State University, where he has taught since 1970. He holds a
Ph.D. (1973) from the University of British Columbia and has
written extensively on the social history of ancient medicine, the
history of medical ethics, and the historical relationship of
religion and medicine.
Edward J. Larson is Richard B. Russell Professor
of History and Law at the University of Georgia, Athens.
Darrel W. Amundsen is Professor of Classics at
Western Washington University, Bellingham, Washington.
"The volume is... comprehensive in its treatment of the subject of
science and religion, and will be of service to undergraduates as
well as research scholars." -- American Reference Books Annual
"A good place to start for those wishing to get nuanced historical
backgrounds to a debate that is not likely to be resolved in the
near future." -- Journal of theHistory of Biology
"Valuable to theologians, scientists, and philosophers." --
Choice
"Has no peer. Recommended for all academic and public libraries and
for collections on theology and on the history of science." --
Library Journal
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