Editorial biography
Terry Pratchett (1948-2015) and Ian Stewart (1945-) collaborated on the Science of Discworld series, which uniquely explores theological and philosophical questions through the lens of science and fantasy. Pratchett, renowned fantasy novelist, brought narrative expertise and satirical insights into religious thinking, while Stewart, mathematician at Warwick University, provided scientific rigor. Their four-volume series (1999-2013) examines humanity's relationship with belief systems, the evolution of religious thought, and the tension between scientific and theological worldviews. Through the juxtaposition of Pratchett's fictional Discworld and Stewart's explanations of real-world science, they address fundamental questions about creation, purpose, and the human tendency to construct gods and meaning. Their work contributes to popular philosophy of religion by making complex theological debates accessible while challenging both religious fundamentalism and scientific reductionism.
Works in this database
| Title | Year↑ | Genre | Argument engaged | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Science of Discworld vol.1 علم عالم القرص المجلد الأول | 2002 1423 AH | Monograph | science-and-religion-argument · discussed | Included |
| The Science of Discworld vol.3.. Darwin's Watch علم عالم القرص، المجلد الثالث.. ساعة داروين | 2005 1426 AH | Monograph | design-argument · discussed · science-and-religion-argument · discussed | Included |
| The Science of Discworld vol.4.. Judgement Day علم عالم القرص المجلد الرابع.. يوم الحساب | 2013 1434 AH | Monograph | science-and-religion-argument · discussed | Included |