The Christian Philosopher ; or, the Connexion of Science with Religion
by Dick, Thomas
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Edinburgh: Longman, Hurst, Rees, and Orme. 1823. 1st ed., octavo, pp.xii, (13)-444, b/w fronts. Illustrated by author, prev. owner's inscr to f.f.e.p., scattered foxing, marbled endpapers, half leather, marbled bds, gd condition. RARE first edition RARE first edition of this work by the prolific Scottish writer and churchman Thomas Dick (1774-1857), dedicated to the astronomer Sir David Brewster. While essentially a work of natural theology, the author's work is very much influenced by his interest in astronomy, which led him at an early age to construct his own lenses and telescopes. He attempts to reconnect natural philosophy with religious notions, against the prevailing mood of the times which generally avoids âevery observation or allusion, which might expose the writer to a sneer as a religionist or a fanaticâ, in contrast with the earlier work of Bacon, Newton and Boyle. Over the course of five chapters, Dick discusses the omnipotence and wisdom of God, the sciences related to theology (natural history, geography, geology, astronomy, chemistry, and anatomy), the uses of various scientific instruments and inventions and their relation to the objects of religions (including the printing press, the microscope, and steam navigation and âits utility in promoting the intercourse of mankindâ). The final two chapters deal with the use of science in the interpretation of Scripture, and the advantages of linking science to religion. The present work was his first published book. 1st edition. Half leather.
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- Bookseller
- Muir Books (AU)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 90307
- Title
- The Christian Philosopher ; or, the Connexion of Science with Religion
- Author
- Dick, Thomas
- Format/Binding
- Half leather
- Book Condition
- Used
- Edition
- 1st edition
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Publisher
- Longman, Hurst, Rees, and Orme
- Place of Publication
- Edinburgh
- Date Published
- 1823
- Keywords
- Anatomy, Astronomy, Christianity, Geology, Philosophy, Religion, Science
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