John William Draper and the Religion of Science
Donald Fleming
"John William Draper['s] ... career, with his remarkable record in physical and chemical research, supplies a control for testing the dogmas about science and validating the symbols for the history of science which he and others helped to spread"--Preface.
Award History
1 wins · 1 total
| Award | Year | Result | Category / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Historical Association Book Prizes: Beveridge Family Prize in American History | 1948 | Winner | Official source |
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01 Central figures
- John William Draper90%
02 Central places
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03 Suggested argument
John William Draper’s career provides a control for testing dogmas about science and for validating the symbols used in the history of science that Draper and others helped to spread.
Model confidence 62%
04 Reading orientation
65 / 100 academicAcademic
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