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Summer For The Gods: The Scopes Trial And America'S Continuing Debate Over Science And Religion
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The Pulitzer Prizewinning history of the Scopes Trial and the battle over evolution and creation in America's schoolsIn the summer of 1925, the sleepy hamlet of Dayton, Tennessee, became the setting for one of the twentieth century's most contentious courtroom dramas, pitting William Jennings Bryan and the antiDarwinists against a teacher named John Scopes, represented by Clarence Darrow and the ACLU, in a famous debate over science, religion, and their place in public education. That trial marked the start of a battle that continues to this dayin cities and states throughout the country.Edward Larson's classic Summer for the Gods winner of the Pulitzer Prize in History is the single most authoritative account of this pivotal event. An afterword assesses the state of the battle between creationism and evolution, and points the way to how it might potentially be resolved.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Summer for the Gods'? A: 'Summer for the Gods' primarily focuses on the Scopes Trial of 1925, which highlighted the conflict between science and religion in American public education, particularly regarding the teaching of evolution versus creationism.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Summer for the Gods'? A: The author of 'Summer for the Gods' is Edward J. Larson, a Pulitzer Prize-winning historian.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Summer for the Gods' is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: When was 'Summer for the Gods' published? A: 'Summer for the Gods' was published on June 16, 2020.
- Q: How many pages are in the book? A: The book contains a total of 352 pages.
- Q: Is 'Summer for the Gods' suitable for educational purposes? A: Yes, 'Summer for the Gods' is suitable for educational purposes, especially for courses related to American history, law, and the debate over science and religion.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: 'Summer for the Gods' is available in a revised edition, which includes updated analysis and commentary on the ongoing debate between creationism and evolution.
- Q: What topics does the afterword of the book cover? A: The afterword of 'Summer for the Gods' assesses the current state of the debate between creationism and evolution and discusses potential resolutions to this ongoing conflict.
- Q: What makes this book a significant historical account? A: 'Summer for the Gods' is considered a significant historical account because it provides a detailed and authoritative narrative of the Scopes Trial, an event that shaped contemporary discussions about science and religion in America.
- Q: Is the book in new condition? A: 'Summer for the Gods' is available in new condition, ensuring that readers receive a quality product.