Bibliograph

The great monkey trial, science versus fundamentalism in America, Tom McGowen ; foreword by Stephen Jay Gould ; Barbara Silberdick Feinberg, consulting editor

Type

Label

The great monkey trial, science versus fundamentalism in America, Tom McGowen ; foreword by Stephen Jay Gould ; Barbara Silberdick Feinberg, consulting editor

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 105-106) and index

Illustrations

platesillustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The great monkey trial

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

21445977

Responsibility statement

Tom McGowen ; foreword by Stephen Jay Gould ; Barbara Silberdick Feinberg, consulting editor

Series statement

A Twentieth century American history book

Sub title

science versus fundamentalism in America

Summary

Examines the Scopes trial concerning the teaching of evolution in public schools, its outcome, and the implications for the continuing debate between evolutionists and creationists

Table Of Contents

Foreword / Stephen Jay Gould -- The historical background of the Scopes Trial -- Setting the stage for the trial -- The champions come forth: The defending and prosecuting attorneys -- The "Monkey Trial" begins -- Moves and countermoves -- A setback for the defense -- The clash of the Titans: Darrow versus Bryan -- The result of the trial and its effect on th nation in modern times

Target audience

adult

Classification

Contributor