JOURNAL ARTICLE

GOD ON THE SYLLABUS: A century after Bryan took on Darrow, battles over public school curricula rage on.

  • Published In: American Scholar, 2025, v. 94, n. 4. P. 121 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Kean, Sam 3 of 3

Abstract

The main focus of the article is the book "The Hundred Years' Trial," which examines the enduring relevance of the Scopes Monkey Trial and its implications for the teaching of evolution in American public schools. The authors, Alexander and Harold Gouzoules, analyze the legal strategies of the trial and its legacy, highlighting the ongoing conflicts between science and religion in education. They discuss how historical misunderstandings of evolutionary theory have fueled legislative actions against its teaching and the current estrangement between the judiciary and scientific consensus. The book ultimately calls for a shift in public understanding to address these challenges effectively. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:American Scholar. 2025/10, Vol. 94, Issue 4, p121
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Law
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0003-0937
  • Accession Number:187423122
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