Religion and Science from Galileo to Bergson

Religion and Science from Galileo to Bergson by John Charlton Hardwick traces the fraught dialogue between spiritual interpretation and scientific inquiry that reshaped Western thought from the Renaissance to the early twentieth century. Hardwick, writing from a philosophical perspective, argues that humanity remains "incurably religious" even as empirical discovery advances, and he selects pivotal thinkers to illustrate how belief and reason have alternately clashed and converged. Through clear, reflective prose, the audiobook surveys landmark moments—from Galileo’s astronomical challenges to the moral and metaphysical questions raised by Bergson—placing each figure in cultural and intellectual context without offering exhaustive biography. Themes include the limits of scientific explanation, the persistence of spiritual interpretation, and the evolving role of philosophy in mediating faith and fact. Hardwick’s approach is analytical yet accessible, inviting listeners to ponder why sacred meaning endures alongside material knowledge. Ideal for listeners of philosophy, intellectual history, or religion and science debates, this audiobook will appeal to students, curious readers, and anyone wanting a thoughtful orientation to the modern conflict and cooperation between belief and reason.