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Footprints Of The Creator

Footprints Of The Creator

Hugh Miller

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
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9781436850070
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Footprints of the Creator: Or The Asterolepis of Stromness is a scientific book written by Hugh Miller in 1872. The book is a detailed study of the Asterolepis, a prehistoric fish found in the Orkney Islands of Scotland. Miller, a Scottish geologist and writer, examines the fossil remains of the Asterolepis and uses them to argue for the existence of a divine creator. He believes that the intricate design and complexity of the fish’s anatomy could not have come about through natural selection alone, but must be the result of intelligent design. The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides a detailed description of the Asterolepis, including its physical characteristics and behavior. Miller also discusses the geological history of the Orkney Islands and the conditions that allowed the Asterolepis to thrive. The second part of the book is focused on Miller’s argument for the existence of a divine creator. He uses the Asterolepis as evidence of intelligent design and argues against the theory of evolution. Footprints of the Creator: Or The Asterolepis of Stromness is an important work in the history of science and religion. It reflects the ongoing debate between those who believe in a divine creator and those who believe in the theory of evolution. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both scientists and general readers interested in the history of science and the relationship between science and religion.With Memoir By Louis Agassie.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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