Creation: Facts of Life [Paperback]

Gary E. Parker (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0890512000 | ISBN-13: 978-0890512005 | Publication Date: October 1994

Written by a former evolutionary biologist, Creation Facts of Life examines the classic arguments for evolution, as taught in public schools and universities, then refutes them in an easy-to-read style.

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About the Author

Dr. Gary Parker, a former non-Christian and evolutionist, joined the staff of Answers in Genesis in 1996 as senior lecturer. For 12 years he served on the science faculty of the Institute for Creation Science in San Diego, California. He has published ten textbooks, lectured worldwide on creation, and appeared in numerous films and on television. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 216 pages
• Publisher: Master Books (October 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0890512000
• ISBN-13: 978-0890512005
• Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 5.2 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,225,084 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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29 of 34 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best book on Creationism I have read, August 22, 2000

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Erik D. Randolph (Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Creation: Facts of Life (Paperback)

As one who formerly taught evolution and believed in it, Dr. Parker understands the intricacies of evolutionary theory: he is quite capable of arguing the side of evolution. The tone of his book is respectful and proper, unlike some other books on creationism that I have read. His arguments are well thought through, and quite convincing. He starts off discussing DNA and how it is difficult to reconcile observable facts of DNA with evolutionary theory. Most other works start off with Darwin, which might make sense historically, but scientifically it is better to start off as Dr. Parker did. Dr. Parker asserts that observable facts can only support or disprove a theory, such as evolution or creationism, and never prove it. He demonstrates how observable facts are more consistent with creationism and inconsistent with evolution. Great short book and easy to read.

25 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Chosen for study group, May 4, 2001

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Robert C. Taylor (Central Florida) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Creation: Facts of Life (Paperback)

After reviewing and reading a number of books on creation vs. evolution, I chose this one as a "textbook" for a class on the subject. The book is short and easy-to-read. Parker writes clearly, succinctly, and convincingly. If you ever thought that science had all the facts, and creationists had all the faith, you may discover the roles are reversed!

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Worth reading, May 25, 2008

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S. Shepherd - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Creation: Facts of Life (Revised & Updated) (Paperback)

I found this book well worth reading. The author clearly expresses his beliefs and seems to have done a good job of footnoting his references. By itself, this book is unlikely to change the mind of someone opposed to creation, but it may inspire further study of some of the ideas. This book is easier to read than Dean Overman's "A Case Against Accident and Self-Organization" and has some interesting references to geological questions that I previously thought were unquestioned facts. I intend to read two of the referenced sources to learn more about some of these theories.