The Skeptic's Dictionary: A Collection of Strange Beliefs, Amusing Deceptions, and Dangerous Delusions

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The Skeptic's Dictionary: A Collection of Strange Beliefs, Amusing Deceptions, and Dangerous Delusions

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“…offers a remarkable range of information that puts to the test the best arguments of true believers…” (Short Book Reviews, Vol.24, No.3, December 2004)

“… I found myself engrossed in the information due to its vast collection of interesting entries…” (M2 Best Books, 22 March 2004)

"...Use this book as protection against attacks by New Agers, alternative therapists and others who have chosen to abandon reason..." (The Times, 25 October 2003)

"...Carroll is always interested in why such beliefs occur and points generously t further literature..." (The Guardian, 18 October 2003)

"...Anyone wanting an informed opinion with which to smack down an argumentative pal should start here..." (Dorset Echo, 25 October 2003)

"...A treat to savour...first reaction is pleasurable incredulity and occasional hilarity... an amazing assembly, elegantly written and level-headed...likely to be used so often it is a pity it is a softback book..." (New Scientist)

"...No reasonable, logic-based library will be without a copy!" (Good Book Guide, March 2004)

The Guardian, 18 October 2003
"...Carroll is always interested in why such beliefs occur and points generously t further literature..."

The Skeptic's Dictionary: A Collection of Strange Beliefs, Amusing Deceptions, and Dangerous Delusions

The Skeptic's Dictionary: A Collection of Strange Beliefs, Amusing Deceptions, and Dangerous Delusions,Robert Todd Carroll,Robert T. Carroll,Wiley,0471272426,Body, Mind & Spirit,Controversial Knowledge,Encyclopedias,General,Miscellanea,New Age,Pseudoscience,Reference,Science,Science (Specific Aspects),Skepticism,Controversial Knowledge & Mysteries,Popular science,Reference works,Social Science / General

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