Cracking Rocks and Defending Democracy: Kirtley Fletcher Mather, Scientist, Teacher, Social Activist 1888-1978

Kirtley Fletcher Mather (February 13, 1888 - May 5, 1978) was an American geologist and faculty member at Harvard University. An expert on petroleum geology and mineralogy, Mather was a prominent scholar, advocate for academic freedom, social activist and critic of McCarthyism. He is known for his efforts to harmonize the dialogue between science and religion, role in the Scopes "Monkey Trial", faith-based liberal activism and advocacy for adult education programs.