The Battle of Beliefs: Fundamentalism vs. Modernism

This chapter explores the clash between religious fundamentalists and modernists in the 1920s, focusing on their diverging views on the interpretation of the Bible and scientific theories like evolution. It delves into the rise of anti-evolution sentiment, the enactment of laws like the Butler Act, and the key figures such as William Jennings Bryan who played significant roles in shaping the debate. The narrative builds up to the historic Scopes trial of 1925, where the struggle between traditional beliefs and progressive ideas culminates in a high-profile legal showdown.