Across science and belief, a landmark Darwin Centennial Celebration is unfold in this collection.
This volume compiles papers, discussions, and a convocation address that together record five days of debate, inquiry, and reflection on evolution and its broader meanings.
The book presents three topic papers on science and spiritual values, an in-depth set of panel discussions, and closing reflections including a personal appraisal and a photo album. It offers historical context for the celebration and insight into how evolutionary ideas were explored in dialogue with culture, philosophy, and religion.
- Conversations and transcripts that set the stage for the week’s themes.
- Multiple plenary panels on the origins of life, the evolution of life, mind, and society.
- Biographical notes, editor commentary, and a photographic record of the event.
Ideal for readers interested in the history of evolutionary thought, science and religion, and how large scholarly gatherings frame ongoing debates.