Science and Religion: A New Introduction - McGrath

1999 paperback with 250 pages in very good condition.
This popular textbook introduces readers to the central questions in the field of science and religion. Ideally suited to those who have little or no prior knowledge in either area, it incorporates numerous student-friendly features, including maps, summaries, and historical references, resulting in the most up-to-date introduction to the study of religion and the natural sciences available.

Examines the historical, theological, philosophical and scientific aspects of the interaction between religion and science
Fully updated to reflect current, cutting-edge debates on scientific atheism and the limits of scientific method, and discussions about the relationship between science and religion in major world faiths
Includes a historical component to enable readers to orientate themselves within the subject
Takes a topic based approach which fits into the existing structure of most courses, and includes explanatory material not found in other works of this kind, making it highly accessible for those with little scientific or religious background knowledge
Incorporates illustrations, tables, maps, summaries and questions for a lively and engaging approach to the subject
Written by world-renowned theologian, Alister McGrath; author of bestselling books such as Dawkins God, and an acknowledged expert in the field of science and religion