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Science is important it cures illness , it improves the quality of our lives we all need to make the effort to take a bit of interest .
I think this is a great companion book to keep on the shelf with the god delusion ( by richard dawkins).
This is quality writing of the very highest order and i would urge anyone to purchase a copy.
This is a book to arm you against all the woo-woo that exists in our modern world .
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It was quite telling to find such a high level of scientific ignorance in the usa.
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This book contains lots of great sagan stuff an evenhanded look at the issues nice literary quotes optimism sceptism imagination a defence of science a love of humanity humility wellreferenced and respectful treatment of those who earnestly buy into pursue or promote things we know are false
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I laughed out loud when carl sagan listed the many and various sciences targeted at the gullible
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There is plenty of drivel spouted in tv advertising
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All the method says is test your ideas and accept the result regardless of your expectations so if you think its raining you could consult a crystal ball or you could be scientific and go out side and see if you get wet
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The problem sagan so clearly points out is that even very intelligent human beings are highly susceptible to delusion of all kinds and when they achieve a critical mass no pun intended are capable of committing monstrous crimes against their fellow citizens
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We all have to guard against wishful thinking and selfdelusion no matter what our standpoint
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Science is full of wonder but so is pseudoscience
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You say there is a dragon in your garage
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