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For many of us, the scientific breakthroughs of our times--the Big Bang, evolution, quantum physics, and relativity--denote an existence that is bleak, devoid of meaning, or pointless. But here, eminent biologist Goodenough shows how the scientific worldview need not be a source of despair. Indeed, it can be a wellspring of solace and hope. This eloquent volume reconciles our contemporary scientific understanding of reality with our timeless spiritual yearnings for reverence and continuity. Addressing ideas like evolution, emotions, sexuality, and death, The Sacred Depths of Nature brings rich, uncluttered detail to the workings of nature in general and of living creatures in particular. Goodenough's clear thinking and writing will allow even non-scientists to appreciate that the origins of life and the universe are no less meaningful in light of our scientific understanding of them. At the end of each chapter, her spiritual reflections respond to nature's complexity with a vibrant emotional intensity and sense of reverent wonder.Product Identifiers
PublisherOxford University Press
ISBN-139780195136296
eBay Product ID (ePID)91944536
Product Key Features
Number of Pages220 Pages
Publication NameThe Sacred Depths of Nature
LanguageEnglish
SubjectScience, Biology
Publication Year2000
TypeTextbook
AuthorUrsula Goodenough
FormatPaperback
Dimensions
Item Height204 mm
Item Weight197 g
Additional Product Features
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited States
Title_AuthorUrsula Goodenough