"The erroneous depiction of history has been termed 'flat error' by Russell, a term that I have retained throughout this book. This specific topic has influenced the broader topic of science and religion relations, which are often perceived to be at war."
"The usual explanation for the rise of the flat-earth myth is that it was created in the early nineteenth century by writers seeking to discredit the Catholic Church. This book traces the idea back further, showing how it emerged in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries."
The book examines the origins of the flat-earth myth, revealing that it began around 1600, not in the Middle Ages. Medieval people did not believe the Earth was flat. The author discusses how early modern criticism of ancient ideas about the antipodes contributed to the misunderstanding. This misconception has influenced the perceived conflict between science and religion, often depicted as a war. The book aims to clarify these historical inaccuracies and their implications for the relationship between science and Christianity.
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