American genesis: the antievolution controversies from Scopes to creation science

"In American Genesis, Jeffrey P. Moran explores the ways in which the evolution debate has reverberated beyond the confines of state legislatures and courthouses. Using extensive research in newspapers, periodicals, and archives, Moran shows that social forces such as gender, regionalism, and r...

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Main Author: Moran, Jeffrey P. (Author)
Format: Print Book
Language:English
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Published: Oxford [u.a.] Oxford University Press 2012
In:Year: 2012
Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains:B USA / Evolution / Creationism
Further subjects:B Evolution (Biology) United States Religious aspects Christianity History
B Evolution (Biology) (United States) Religious aspects Christianity History
B Creationism United States History
B Evolution (Biology) Study and teaching (United States) History
B Creationism (United States) History
B Evolution (Biology) Study and teaching United States History
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Summary:"In American Genesis, Jeffrey P. Moran explores the ways in which the evolution debate has reverberated beyond the confines of state legislatures and courthouses. Using extensive research in newspapers, periodicals, and archives, Moran shows that social forces such as gender, regionalism, and race have intersected with the debate over evolution in ways that shed light on modern American culture."--Jacket
Item Description:Includes bibliographical references and index
ISBN:0195183495