The Ninth Bridgewater Treatise

The Ninth Bridgewater Treatise: A Fragment is a book written by Charles Babbage and published in 1838. The book is part of a series of treatises commissioned by the Earl of Bridgewater to explore the relationship between science and religion. In this particular treatise, Babbage explores the concept of design in the natural world and how it relates to the existence of God. He argues that the complexity and precision of natural phenomena, such as the movements of the planets and the structure of living organisms, suggest the existence of a divine creator. However, Babbage also acknowledges the limitations of human understanding and the possibility of scientific discoveries that may challenge traditional religious beliefs. He emphasizes the importance of open-minded inquiry and the pursuit of knowledge in both scientific and religious pursuits. Overall, The Ninth Bridgewater Treatise: A Fragment offers a thoughtful and nuanced perspective on the relationship between science and religion, and the role of human inquiry in understanding the mysteries of the natural world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.