Hindu Perspectives on Evolution：Darwin, Dharma, and Design

Appealing to students of the history of science and religion, this timely volume on the conflict between Hindu creation theology and Darwinist evolutionary science explores the Indian equivalent of the "culture war" raging between proponents of religion and science in the United States. Outlining the unique influences of an ancient religious tradition, and the more recent effects of colonial oppression on the development of the debate, the work explores the ways in which Hindu religious doctrine attempts to accept and include modern science in its discourse. Brown is a professor of religion at Trinity University, Texas. Annotation c2012 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

C. Mackenzie Brown is Professor of Religion at Trinity University, USA. His research interests include the relationship of Hinduism and modern science, with particular focus on creationism and evolution.