Pseudoscience and Paranormal Phenomena: A Critical Perspective

The modern person's understanding of scientific and pseudoscientific concepts is quite vague. More people believe in astrology now than in the Middle Ages. What lies behind the vast number of unusual, inexplicable, or simply contradictory phenomena, from biblical miracles to bioenergetic healing methods? Confidently relying on data from psychology, physics, logical analysis, and history, Jonathan Smith guides the reader through the mysterious territories of the unknown, helping to navigate complex scientific concepts and distinguish between incredible truth and plausible deception.