"Omphalos: An Attempt to Untie the Geological Knot" by Philip Henry Gosse is a scientific exploration that grapples with the tension between geological discoveries and religious interpretations of Earth’s age. Gosse introduces his concept, the "Law of Prochronism in Creation," which suggests that geological calculations may be inaccurate due to the omission of critical factors. His work starts with stories about astronomy and seafaring, setting the scene for discussing past scientific missteps. Gosse aims to bridge the gap between geological evidence and biblical accounts of creation, inviting readers to embark on a journey of self-discovery to better understand the mysteries of Earth's formation. The book's start sets a thoughtful tone, preparing the reader for an examination of geological data and their effect on views of how the earth was created.
Omphalos: An Attempt to Untie the Geological Knot
By Philip Henry Gosse
Can science and religion find common ground regarding the origin of the world, or will disagreements persist?
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About the AuthorPhilip Henry Gosse, known to his friends as Henry, was an English naturalist and populariser of natural science, an early improver of the seawater aquarium, and a painstaking innovator in the study of marine biology. Gosse created and stocked the world's first public marine aquarium at London Zoo in 1853, and coined the term "aquarium" when he published the first manual, The Aquarium: An Unveiling of the Wonders of the Deep Sea, in 1854. His work was the catalyst for an aquarium craze in early Victorian England.
Philip Henry Gosse, known to his friends as Henry, was an English naturalist and populariser of natural science, an early improver of the seawater aquarium, and a painstaking innovator in the study of marine biology. Gosse created and stocked the world's first public marine aquarium at London Zoo in 1853, and coined the term "aquarium" when he published the first manual, The Aquarium: An Unveiling of the Wonders of the Deep Sea, in 1854. His work was the catalyst for an aquarium craze in early Victorian England.
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