Eight Preposterous Propositions

Examining controversial scientific claims, this book offers a critical guide to navigating the complexities of topics like placebo effects, climate change, and extraterrestrial life. Through a series of case studies, physicist Robert Ehrlich empowers readers to discern between genuine science and pseudoscience, addressing the urgent need for informed judgment in an era where such claims significantly impact individual lives and public policy. This resource serves as a valuable primer for anyone seeking to evaluate the validity of unconventional scientific ideas.