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Neither Gods nor Beasts : How Science Is Changing Who We Think We Are by Elof Axel Carlson (2008, Hardcover)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherCold Spring Harbor Laboratory Press
ISBN-100879697865
ISBN-139780879697860
eBay Product ID (ePID)63876228
Product Key Features
Number of Pages180 Pages
Publication NameNeither Gods Nor Beasts : How Science Is Changing Who We Think We Are
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2008
SubjectPhilosophy & Social Aspects, Genetics, History
TypeTextbook
AuthorElof Axel Carlson
Subject AreaScience, Medical
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height0.8 in
Item Weight15.9 Oz
Item Length9.1 in
Item Width6.1 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2008-001261
Dewey Edition22
ReviewsThis work by scientist and historian Carlson (State Univ. of NY at Stony Brook) has a number of virtues. The first is his wish to address the notion that humans share so much with all other life, but differ in possessing reason. Second is his excellent account of the history and development of modern biology. Finally, Carlson looks at his vision of the future in terms of the interaction of society and science. In essence, he considers where humans should go and how absolutely critical the knowledge of science is for the developing millennium. Science plays a dominant role in the political arena, in the way religion and governments interact, and in the very personal way in which individual health is achieved. The basic tenets of most religions are at least similar, and perhaps science will help bring them together. Particularly well done is the author's examination of the current political stance, the way society uses resources and humankind's apparent difficulty in adapting to the changes in the world, with and without the public's conscious input. Carlson approaches the topic with understanding and wit, not criticizing anyone for their beliefs, at least openly. Well done.
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal303.48/3
SynopsisTraditional views of human nature focus on the supernatural, defining us as creatures with souls, minds, and spirits that transcend our physical attributes. In this provocative book, distinguished scientist and historian Elof Axel Carlson argues for a different understanding of ourselves based on our biology--cellular organization, genetics, life cycle, evolution, and our origins as a species. This interpretation does not negate our capacity for imagination, spiritual and emotional yearnings, or aesthetic appreciation for art, music, and literature. Carlson challenges educators, the media, and public policy makers to integrate the evidence from science more fully into our understanding of ourselves., Traditional views of human nature focus on the supernatural, defining us as creatures with souls, minds, and spirits that transcend our physical attributes. In this provocative book, distinguished scientist and historian Elof Axel Carlson argues for a different understanding of ourselves based on our biology-cellular organization, genetics, life cycle, evolution, and our origins as a species. This interpretation does not negate our capacity for imagination, spiritual and emotional yearnings, or aesthetic appreciation for art, music, and literature. Carlson challenges educators, the media, and public policy makers to integrate the evidence from science more fully into our understanding of ourselves., In this provocative book, a distinguished scientist and historian argues for a revolutionary view of human nature that is based on biology. Carlson challenges educators, the media, and public policy makers to enrich the human experience by integrating science more fully into everyone's lives.
LC Classification NumberQ175.5.C37 2008
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