In the Minds of Men: Darwin and the New World Order [Hardcover]

Ian Taylor (Author)

Product Details

• Hardcover: 498 pages
• Publisher: Tfe Pub; 3 edition (December 1991)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0969178859
• ISBN-13: 978-0969178859
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,986,337 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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22 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is THE textbook for creationist apologetics., July 14, 1999

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This review is from: In the Minds of Men: Darwin and the New World Order (Paperback)

I have used this book extensively to teach classes, write papers, and debate issues. The bibliography is as valuable as the book. The reason Ian Taylor is able to cover such a wide range of subjects, in such depth, is the list of hundreds of qualified proffessionals, whose works he cites. I have yet to find a case of him embellishing the facts in the original documents to make his point.Unfortunately this is a common practice on both sides of the debate, but I have gone to many of the documents that he has cited and have invariably found him to err on the side of caution. There are many great books available on the subject, but if you can only fit two books about The Creation onto your shelf, make them the Bible and IN THE MINDS OF MEN.

18 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Foundational book in evolution-creation debate, June 18, 2001

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Anna L. Kroll "annalois" (Newhall, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: In the Minds of Men: Darwin and the New World Order (Paperback)

Used in a class I took on origins, this book is an excellent foundational book to present the creationist side of the evolution-creation debate. It outlines the history of thought relating to evolution starting before Darwin and continuing to present day with speculation on future implications. Intertwined with the history of evolution is a history of ideas which contridict evolution, and various scientific facts and discoveries along those lines. Some generally little known facts about deceptions and misrepresentations by various early evolutionists, and shifts in evolutionary thought since Darwin's time are also mentioned. Many of the typical evolutionary arguments are discussed in detail, including the origin and problem of the arguments.

The book itself is very well organized, with a detailed table of contents which includes chapter titles and subheadings. Subheadings are in italics in the text, and chapter headings appear at the top of the right hand pages. Notes and a bibliography appear at the end, as well as a detailed index. Illustrations and poitraits appear throughout the book. I have found the organization of the book handy for looking up facts I have wanted to refresh my memory on.

This book is well written and well organized. I highly recommend it for both evolutionists and creationists, as it will provide good reference material for those in either camp of the evolution-creation debate. Even those who find they disagree with the author's premise will find many points to ponder.

16 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Insightful and balanced, June 21, 2002

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M. Gregory Fletcher (TORRANCE, CA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: In the Minds of Men: Darwin and the New World Order (Paperback)

This was truly a delight to read. It was Insightful and well reasoned throughout. An excellent creationist apologetic that asks the right questions about history and humanity thereby setting the right course for the objective viewing of the subjects involved. I really enjoyed the depth and quantity of insightful information the author used to draw out his conclusions. He was addressing questions that not everyone would think to ask. Also, it had the feel of a historical expose with its bits and pieces so tightly knit together into a singular focus, defining the issue and arriving at the Truth.