The unique power of Jacob Bronowski's humanism comes from his commitment to the individual. Yet the individual can only flourish in a democratic society which allows people to cultivate their potential, something which must be done within the context of responsibility to humanity. (IS)

Examines the clash between establishment sociologists and the humanists who helped to offset their dehumanizing ideas. A major portion of the essay traces the social history of the humanist movement in the United States. (Author/KC)

Discusses the societal roles, perceptions, and methods of both the artist and the scientist. Contends that both combine elements of experience whose interrelationship is not perceived by anyone else; thus both are required for survival, since the syntheses of their compositions provide new insights into reality. Journal availability: see SO 506…