The History Of The Conflict Between Religion and Science

""The History of the Conflict Between Religion and Science"" is a book written by John William Draper, first published in 1874. The book explores the historical relationship between religion and science, focusing on the ways in which they have clashed over the centuries. Draper argues that there has been a long-standing tension between the two, with religion often opposing scientific discoveries and advancements. He examines various examples throughout history, including the trial of Galileo, the debate over evolution, and the conflict between the Catholic Church and the scientific community. Draper also explores the role of religion in society and how it has influenced scientific progress. The book is considered a seminal work in the history of the relationship between religion and science, and it continues to be studied and debated today.On the basis of this view of the structure of the world great religious systems have been founded, and hence powerful material interests have been engaged in its support. These have resisted, sometimes by resorting to bloodshed, attempts that have been made to correct its incontestable errors--a resistance grounded on the suspicion that the localization of heaven and hell and the supreme value of man in the universe might be affected.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.