Evolution as a Religion (Routledge Classics) - Softcover

Midgley, Mary

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0415278333 ISBN 13: 9780415278331

Publisher: Routledge, 2002

Synopsis

According to The Guardian, Midgley is 'the foremost scourge of scientific pretentions in this country; someone whose wit is admired even by those who fee she sometimes oversteps the mark'.  This book examines how science comes to be used as a substitute for religion and points out how badly that role distorts it.  Her argument is flawlessly insightful: a punch, compelling, lively indictment of these misuses of science.  Both the book and its author are true classics of our time.

About this title

About the Author:

Mary Midgley (1919- ) A philosopher with a special interest in ethics, human nature and science, Mary Midgley has a widespread international following for her work. Her latest book is Science and Poetry.

Review:

"Midgley is one of the most acute and penetrating voices in current moral philosophy. Her great gift is clarity, both of thought and, especially, of expression. . To follow her reasoning . is like watching a ballet dancer walking in the street: there is a litheness, a gracefulness, an ease of articulation, which attests to years of learning lightly worn."
-John Banville," The Irish Times
"A graceful, refreshing and enlightening book, applied philosophy that is relevant, timely and metaphysical in the best sense."
-" The New York Times Book Review

About this edition

• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 0415278333
• ISBN 13: 9780415278331
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 224