Thomas Henry Huxley

Essays Upon Some Controverted Questions (eBook, ePUB)

Challenging Beliefs: Essays on Evolution, Religion, and Education

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "Essays Upon Some Controverted Questions," Thomas Henry Huxley embarks on a profound exploration of pivotal social, philosophical, and scientific debates of the 19th century. This collection reflects Huxley'Äôs distinctive blend of rigorous empirical inquiry and eloquent, accessible prose, addressing issues such as the relationship between science and religion, ethics in the context of evolution, and the nature of human understanding. The literary style is characterized by Huxley'Äôs sharp wit and vivacious clarity, making complex ideas approachable for a broad readership while firmly anchoring them in the scientific discourse of his time. Thomas Henry Huxley, often referred to as "Darwin's Bulldog" for his defense of Charles Darwin's theory of evolution, was a key figure in the promotion of scientific thought and rationalism. His background as a biologist and his commitment to education and public engagement informed his writings, enabling him to navigate controversial topics with both authority and sensitivity. Huxley'Äôs engagement with the profound questions of existence and morality stemmed from his own experiences in the rapidly changing intellectual landscape of Victorian England, where faith and reason often clashed. "Essays Upon Some Controverted Questions" is an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the intersections of science, philosophy, and ethics in modern thought. Huxley'Äôs insights encourage readers to critically engage with enduring questions about humanity'Äôs place in the universe and the moral implications of scientific discovery, making it a timeless addition to the canon of intellectual literature.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 459
• Erscheinungstermin: 22. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664637666
• Artikelnr.: 58435997

Autorenporträt

English scientist and anthropologist Thomas Henry Huxley, was an expert in comparative anatomy. Because of his support of Charles Darwin's theory of evolution, he has come to be known as "Darwin's Bulldog". Although some historians believe that the surviving account of Huxley's well-known 1860 Oxford evolution discussion with Samuel Wilberforce is a later fabrication, the debate was a turning point in both his professional life and the broader acceptance of evolution. The day before, Huxley was about to depart Oxford, but he changed his mind and chose to participate in the debate after seeing Vestiges author Robert Chambers. Richard Owen, Wilberforce's coach, and Huxley engaged in an argument concerning the degree of human-ape relatedness. Huxley publicly endorsed Darwin despite being hesitant to embrace some of his theories, such as gradualism and his ambiguity on natural selection. He battled against the more radical interpretations of religious heritage and was crucial in the development of scientific education in Britain.

Inhaltsangabe

Prologue
1. The rise and progress of palaeontology
2. The interpreters of Genesis and the interpreters of Nature
3. Mr Gladstone and Genesis
4. The evolution of theology: an anthropological study
5. Science and morals
6. Scientific and pseudo-scientific realism
7. Science and pseudo-science
8. An episcopal trilogy
9. Agnosticism
10. The value of witness to the miraculous
11. Agnosticism: a rejoinder
12. Agnosticism and Christianity
13. The lights of the Church and the light of Science
14. The keepers of the herd of swine
15. Illustrations of Mr Gladstone's controversial methods
16. Hasisadra's adventure.