Defending Science: Protecting Truth and Progress in the Face of Denial, Fraud, and Pseudoscience

About the Book

Science is under attack. From climate change denial to anti-vaccine campaigns, the spread of pseudoscience is threatening our understanding of the world and our ability to make informed decisions.

In Defending Science, Michael Shermer and Alex Berezow provide a powerful and accessible guide to the tools we need to identify and combat denial, fraud, and pseudoscience. They explain the scientific method, the nature of evidence, and the importance of critical thinking.

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Language	:	English
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
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Print length	:	276 pages
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Drawing on a wealth of real-world examples, Shermer and Berezow show us how to:

• Spot the hallmarks of denial, fraud, and pseudoscience
• Evaluate the evidence for and against scientific claims
• Communicate scientific findings effectively
• Defend science from its detractors

Defending Science is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the importance of science and its role in our society.

Authors

Michael Shermer is the founding publisher of Skeptic magazine and the author of several books, including Why People Believe Weird Things and The Science of Good and Evil.

Alex Berezow is a science writer and the executive editor of RealClearScience.