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Evolution on Trial: How the Scopes Case Changed America (with Brenda Wineapple)
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The Scopes Trial: Clash of Ideologies
This chapter examines the historical context of the Scopes Trial, focusing on the legal battle over teaching evolution in schools and the Butler Act in Tennessee. It highlights the ideological clash between Clarence Darrow and William Jennings Bryan, with discussions on their backgrounds and beliefs as representatives of modernism and fundamentalism, respectively. Through this lens, the chapter reveals the broader cultural implications of the trial, illustrating the tensions between science, religion, and societal values during a time of significant upheaval.
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