Alister E. McGrath is one of the world’s leading theologians; with a doctorate in the sciences. Richard Dawkins is one of the bestselling popular science writers; with outspoken and controversial views on religion. This fascinating and provoking work is the first book-length response to Dawkins’ ideas; and offers an ideal introduction to the topical issues of science and religion. Addresses fundamental questions about Dawkins’ approach to science and religion: Is the gene actually selfish? Is the blind watchmaker a suitable analogy? Are there other ways of looking at things? Tackles Dawkins’ hostile and controversial views on religion; and examines the religious implications of his scientific ideas; making for a fascinating and provoking debate Written in a very engaging and accessible style; ideal to those approaching scientific and religious issues for the first time Alister McGrath is uniquely qualified to write this book. He is one of the world’s best known and most respected theologians; with a strong research background in molecular biophysics A superb book by one of the world’s leading theologians; which will attract wide interest in the growing popular science market; similar to Susan Blackmore’s The Meme Machine (1999).
#189190 in Books Anonymous/ Doniger; Wendy (EDT) 2004-09-28 2004-09-28Original language:SanskritPDF # 1 7.80 x .70 x 5.10l; .53 #File Name: 0140449906358 pagesPenguin Classics
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. I am fairly unfamiliar with Hindu mythology; so I ...By AMMNI am fairly unfamiliar with Hindu mythology; so I was very excited to get this collection. I can't speak for the translation job; but it was an enjoyable read.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Best everBy Curriculum VitaeThe single greatest book on Hindu mythology ever. Don't waste your time with any other source.29 of 41 people found the following review helpful. General over view of Hindu Mythology - prose translationBy A CustomerThe organization of the book makes it a great reference book; but if you desire to read the vedas from beginning to end; this book is not it.The prose translation captures the facts fairly accurately; though it does lack information on how these Myths manifest itself and how these myths came to be.As the title suggests; it is really meant to be a source book for research and quick reference. Gods and demons are broken into sections; so if you need to find the samsa veda text regarding visnu; this book will make critical writing a joy and allow you to focus on the essay instead of searching the library for a short paragraph.
