Embryogenesis in Myth and Science (Paperback)

Thomas J. Weihs

ISBN 10: 1782504990 / ISBN 13: 9781782504993

Published by Floris Books, Edinburgh, 2018

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Paperback. Embryology has evolved from myth in early cultures, who knew little about the details of conception and pregnancy, to the height of modern scientific knowledge. Thomas Weihs argues persuasively that new scientific understanding of embryology could engender a new mythology, and that, in fact, science and myth are complementary aspects of the study of new life.He explores the correspondence between the creation story in Genesis, and other creation myths, with the development of the human embryo, and also discusses how the intuitive heart-felt values we associate with pregnancy and birth can be reconciled with the science of our age. Looks at how science and mythology are both key aspects in the understanding of new human life. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781782504993

Bibliographic Details

Title: Embryogenesis in Myth and Science (Paperback)

Publisher: Floris Books, Edinburgh

Publication Date: 2018

Binding: Paperback

Condition: new

Edition: 3rd Edition

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Synopsis:

Embryology has evolved from myth in early cultures, who knew little about the details of conception and pregnancy, to the height of modern scientific knowledge. Thomas Weihs argues persuasively that new scientific understanding of embryology could engender a new mythology, and that, in fact, science and myth are complementary aspects of the study of new life.

He explores the correspondence between the creation story in Genesis, and other creation myths, with the development of the human embryo, and also discusses how the intuitive heart-felt values we associate with pregnancy and birth can be reconciled with the science of our age."

About the Author:

Thomas Weihs (1914-1983) studied medicine in Vienna and Basel before moving to Scotland to help found the Camphill Community for people with special needs.