Dean Nelson,Karl W. Giberson
Using key events in the life of physicist Sir John Polkinghorne, this is an introduction toÂ the central ideas that make the relationship betweenÂ science and religion such a fascinating field of investigation,Â AnÂ engaging biography-cum-appraisal of John Polkinghorne's life and work, this book uses hisÂ story to approach some of the most important questions in life, including ,How should a scientist view God? Why doÂ we pray, and what do we expect from it? Does the universe have a point? ,and,Â What happens after death?, Sir John Polkinghorne is a British particle physicist who, after 25 years of research and discovery in academia, resigned his post to become an Anglican priest and theologian. Since then he has writtenÂ more thanÂ 20 books exploring the relationship of science and theology. As a physicist, he participated in the research that led to the discovery of the quark, the smallest known particle. Here, both his religious and scientific beliefs are explored in full detail. A 2011 Crossings Book Club selection.
Philosophy,Religion,Nonfiction
Quantum Leap: How John Polkinghorne Found God in Science and Religion