Since the middle of the 19th century, debates over evolution have occurred almost non-stop. From the publication of Charles Darwin's Origin of Species to the recent Kitzmiller v. Dover trial, there has rarely been a time in which scientists, educators, theologians, politicians, and judges have not been involved in these debates. How can anyone keep all of these individuals straight without a scorecard? More than Darwin is that resource, providing accessible and balanced synopses of every major person, organization and place involved in the long history of the evolution-creationism controversies. The hundreds of entries in More than Darwin: The People and Places of the Evolution-Creationism Controversy cover the entire range of topics in the history of the debate: BLScientists — for example, Charles Darwin, William Hamilton BLReligious Leaders — Henry Ward Beecher, Bob Jones, Kent Hovind, and many others BLLawyers and Plaintiffs — e.g., Wendell Bird, Clarence Darrow, Don Aguillard BLOrganizations — American Civil Liberties Union, Answers in Genesis, and more BLPlaces — Dayton, Tennessee, The Galapagos Islands, and others BLEvolution and Creationism in Popular Culture, such as The Flintstones, and Inherit the Wind The encyclopedia includes a bibliography of sources for further research and is heavily illustrated with some never-before-seen images of the people and places of this never-ending controversy.

Moore and Decker (both: biology, U. of Minnesota) present a resource text for students and general readers detailing the people and places that produced and have influenced one of the most enduring conflicts in American history--the evolution-creationism controversy. To the degree possible, the authors have aimed to present an objective, interesting, accurate, and accessible description, without condemning or praising either "side" of the argument, and have not attempted to reconcile the views of science and religion. Included are entries for both well-known individuals as well as lesser-known people--legislators, theologians, judges, and scientists--who have played important roles in the controversy. The text contains an extensive index, lists of references at the ends of many entries, and a bibliography. Additional information, references, and photographs are also available at a companion website. Illustrated with b&w photographs. Annotation ©2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

High school and college-level libraries strong in evolutionary theory will find the encyclopedic approach makes for easy references and information.Midwest Book Review/California Bookwatch

As accessible as they are authoritative, each entry in this single-volume encyclopedia offers clear explications of the many people, places, and events that have played a role in the continuing debate over the origins of life on Earth....[S]tudents looking for concise background information on a wide variety of participants in the ongoing, lively debate will not be disappointed.VOYA

More than Darwin is an encyclopedic, fresh approach to the evolution-creationism literature because it is not about taking sides. It is intended as a compendium of people, places, events, and famous quotes that are the history of the controversy. Moore and Decker include 500 entries, and 82 illustrations....Additionally the book includes three useful follow-up tools that provide interested readers with next steps....Moore and Decker intended to provide a concise summary and overview about the who's, what's, and where's of the controversy, not to describe or evaluate the controversy, per se. They have achieved that goal, providing a book that will undoubtedly become heavily dog-eared on the bookshelves of evolutionists and creationists.American Paleontologist

[A] useful reference for those with a special interest in all things involving the evolution-creationism debate.SB&F

Compiles an up-to-date reference on all of the people and places who have been involved in the evolution and creationism debate.

RANDY MOORE is H.T. Morse-Alumni Distinguished Teaching Professor of Biology at the University of Minnesota. He edited The American Biology Teacher for 20 years, teaches courses about evolution and creationism, and has written several books about the evolution-creationism controversy, including Evolution 101 (Greenwood 2006), which he co-wrote with Janice Moore.MARK D. DECKER has a Ph.D. in conservation biology from the University of Minnesota, where he is now Associate Director for Scholarship and Teaching in the Biology Program. Mark is interested in all aspects of science teaching, particularly science literacy among non-science college majors.

Illustrations

Preface

Acknowledgments

Introduction

Appendix 1: A Guide to the Sites of the Scopes Trial

General Bibliography

About the Authors

Index