Jean Dawes
Books
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1. Cemetery Of St. Helen On The Walls, Aldwark, York
Set against the backdrop of York's rich historical tapestry, this book delves into the intriguing past of a forgotten cemetery nestled within the city's ancient walls. Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, it unravels the stories of those interred there, painting a picture of the social, cultural, and economic dynamics of the time. The narrative seamlessly weaves together archaeological findings, historical records, and personal anecdotes, offering readers a poignant glimpse into the lives and legacies of the individuals who once walked the cobbled streets of Aldwark.
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2. Theism And Explanation
A philosophical evaluation of whether appeals to God can serve as genuine explanations in science and history, it scrutinizes criteria such as testability, causal specificity, and predictive power. It argues that theistic hypotheses typically lack independent support and explanatory depth, often halting inquiry rather than advancing it, and thus compare unfavorably to naturalistic accounts. Drawing on tools like inference to the best explanation and Bayesian confirmation, it concludes that invoking a divine agent rarely meets the standards by which we judge good explanations.