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Faith Versus Fact

Why Science and Religion Are Incompatible

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In his provocative new book, evolutionary biologist Jerry A. Coyne lays out in clear, dispassionate detail why the toolkit of science, based on reason and empirical study, is reliable, while that of religion - including faith, dogma, and revelation - leads to incorrect, untestable, or conflicting conclusions. Coyne is responding to a national climate in which over half of Americans don't believe in evolution (and congressmen deny global warming), and warns that religious prejudices and strictures in politics, education, medicine, and social policy are on the rise.

Extending the best-selling works of Richard Dawkins, Daniel Dennett, and Christopher Hitchens, he demolishes the claims of religion to provide verifiable "truth" by subjecting those claims to the same tests we use to establish truth in science. Coyne irrefutably demonstrates the grave harm - to individuals and to our planet - in mistaking faith for fact in making the most important decisions about the world we live in.

©2015 Jerry A. Coyne (P)2015 Tantor Biological Sciences Environment Evolution Evolution & Genetics History & Philosophy Philosophy Religious Studies Science Spirituality Natural History Mormon Humanism Mathematics Agnostic Middle Ages Morality

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"[T]his is an important book that deserves an open-minded readership." ( Kirkus)
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Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Tru fax.

What did you like best about this story?

Very moving stories from America, really heart rending stuff.

Have you listened to any of Joe Barrett’s other performances? How does this one compare?

Don't think I have, no.

Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Some of the faith healing horror stories made me feel rather ill.

Any additional comments?

Read this.

Some good arguments and moving examples

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well narrated and beautifully written.should convince anyone of the problem which is religion..ignorance and faith

wonderful truth

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The author's views resonate strongly with mine, demonstrating thorough research and understanding of the topics discussed. He aligns with my definition of faith and intriguingly hints at the multiverse as a potential solution to the anthropic principle, although he only briefly mentions this. The author identifies as a determinist, challenging the concept of free will, a perspective that, while only touched upon briefly, I found compelling. However, he incorrectly portraits 'agnostic' as an alternative to atheism, which is a common misconception. (A)gnosticism pertains to knowledge, whereas (a)theism concerns belief; thus, one can be an agnostic atheist, indicating these terms are complementary rather than mutually exclusive. Despite this, the author offers valuable insights into engaging with theists, understanding their resistance to science, and addressing the widespread misconception that science and religion are compatible. His use of empirical data to highlight beliefs across different demographics further enriches his arguments.

Pretty good.

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Very much enjoyed the book and look forward to listening to more. Took some time to get used to this narrator.

Enjoyable and Thought Provoking

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Very convincing arguments plus a bit of humour. Jerry Coyne at his best. Well narratedd.

Excellent

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