19 de septiembre de 1942 – 19 de septiembre de 2024
Jonathan Wells es un autor cuyo trabajo explora la intersección entre ciencia y religión, a menudo con una visión crítica de la teoría evolutiva. Su formación interdisciplinaria, con doctorados en biología y estudios religiosos, le permite profundizar en cuestiones profundas sobre la vida. Wells es conocido por su habilidad para deconstruir conceptos científicos complejos y resaltar sus implicaciones filosóficas. Su escritura anima a los lectores a cuestionar los supuestos fundamentales de las teorías científicas y su impacto en nuestra comprensión del mundo.
Challenging the notion that "junk DNA" supports Darwinian evolution, biologist Jonathan Wells argues that labeling the non-protein coding portions of our genome as useless is a misguided belief. He contends that this perspective not only misrepresents scientific evidence but also hinders research and is rooted in theological rather than empirical reasoning. Wells advocates for a reevaluation of the genome's complexity, suggesting that the idea of "junk DNA" is more of a myth than a scientific fact.
Winner of a 2020-2021 New York City Book Award In a rapidly changing New York, two forces battled for the city's soul: the pro-slavery New Yorkers who kept the illegal slave trade alive and well, and the abolitionists fighting for freedom. We often think of slavery as a southern phenomenon, far removed from the booming cities of the North. But even though slavery had been outlawed in Gotham by the 1830s, Black New Yorkers were not safe. Not only was the city built on the backs of slaves; it was essential in keeping slavery and the slave trade alive. In The Kidnapping Club, historian Jonathan Daniel Wells tells the story of the powerful network of judges, lawyers, and police officers who circumvented anti-slavery laws by sanctioning the kidnapping of free and fugitive African Americans. Nicknamed "The New York Kidnapping Club," the group had the tacit support of institutions from Wall Street to Tammany Hall whose wealth depended on the Southern slave and cotton trade. But a small cohort of abolitionists, including Black journalist David Ruggles, organized tirelessly for the rights of Black New Yorkers, often risking their lives in the process. Taking readers into the bustling streets and ports of America's great Northern metropolis, The Kidnapping Club is a dramatic account of the ties between slavery and capitalism, the deeply corrupt roots of policing, and the strength of Black activism.
Featuring a collection of poets, this anthology explores the profound influence of Rock and Roll on culture and personal identity. Each poet shares their unique perspective, celebrating the genre's ability to inspire and transform. With contributions that reflect on the music's emotional depth and cultural significance, the book serves as a testament to Rock and Roll's lasting impact, as highlighted in the Foreword by Bono.
Offering a comprehensive overview of a pivotal period in American history, this new edition delves into the complexities of the Civil War era. It presents a synthesis of diverse scholarship, making key historiographical debates accessible to students. The focus is on providing a solid foundation for understanding the multifaceted nature of the American Civil War, highlighting various perspectives and interpretations that have shaped historical discourse.
Exploring the intricate and multifaceted nature of love, this book delves into the various emotions that accompany romantic relationships. Through vivid storytelling and relatable characters, it examines the joys, heartaches, and transformative power of love, revealing how it shapes personal identities and connections. The narrative invites readers to reflect on their own experiences with love, making it a poignant exploration of one of life's most profound themes.
The book explores the vibrant interplay between personal identity and urban life, capturing the essence of individuality amidst the bustling cityscape. Through poetic language, it delves into themes of self-expression and connection, inviting readers to experience the rhythm of life in a metropolitan setting. The imagery evokes a sense of belonging and harmony, suggesting that each person contributes to the collective melody of the city.
"'Everyone had a clearer vision of my body than I did. It didn't feel as if my body was really mine...' At age fourteen, Jonathan Wells weighs just sixty-seven pounds, triggering a scrutinizing persecution of his body that will follow him into adulthood. Upstate New York in the 1970s: A boy in preparatory day school suffers a harrowing attack by a teacher offended by his failure to put on weight. For the first time in his young life, Jonathan Wells is forced to question his right to take up space in the world. Jonathan's father, reading his weight as a clear and deeply concerning deficit of masculinity, creates a workout regimen meant to bulk him up. When that doesn't help, he has Jonathan seen by a slew of specialists, all claiming he is in perfect health, and yet the problem cannot be denied: the boy is simply too skinny. Jonathan's complicated relationship with his charming but elusive mother does not help matters. As the eldest son, he is privy to the struggles of a fraying marriage in which he, unwittingly, plays a divisive role. As a result, Jonathan is sent to boarding school in Switzerland, where he manages to establish an identity of his own among the child exiles and outcasts that make up the student body. And yet, his father's obsession follows him to Europe, threatening to destroy the space he has painstakingly won for himself," Interior flap
This new edition of A House Divided provides a synthetic overview of one of the most complex eras in American history, giving students a solid grounding in the broad and varied scholarship on the American Civil War and introducing key historiographical debates in an accessible way.
