The Counter-Creationism Handbook [Paperback]

Those opposed to the teaching of evolution often make well-rehearsed claims about the science thatsoundpowerful and convincing. And many people who support the teaching of evolutionstudents, teachers, parents, administratorsdo not have the background to respond. They know that scientists have thoroughly dismantled these arguments, but they don't have a handy way of responding to these attacks.The Counter-Creationism Handbookis a one-stop resource for addressing over 400 of the most prevalent claims made by creationists. Each claim is followed by a succinct and scientifically valid rebuttal, and the book includes print and on-line resources for further reading and information.

The Counter-Creationism Handbook:

* Covers claims made about the disciplines of philosophy, biology, paleontology, geology, astronomy, physics and mathematics, history, and more.

* Addresses the claims of Biblical creationism, intelligent design creationism, and some creationism based on non-Christian religions.

* Includes an introduction on how to address creationists in different venues, how to deal with novel claims, and why accurate science is important.

* Is organized thematically, with extensive cross-referencing.

Mark Isaakhas written numerous articles on the creation/evolution debate. He is the editor of the Index of Creationist Claims on the acclaimed website www.talkorigins.org.

Preface
Acknowledgments
How to Use This Book
List of Creationist Claims
Introduction

1. Philosophy and Theology
Ethics
Epistemology
Foundation of Knowledge
Theory of Science
Scientific Method
Theology

2. Biology
Abiogenesis
Genetics
Molecular Biology
Physiology and Anatomy
Behavior and Cognition
Botany
Ecology and Population Biology
Developmental Biology
Systematics
Evolution