The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe

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How To Know What's Really Real in a World Increasingly Full of Fake

By Steven Novella

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The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe by Steven Novella delves into critical thinking, challenging popular myths and misconceptions through a scientific lens. It equips readers with tools to navigate misinformation and make rational decisions based on evidence and skepticism. This insightful guide encourages curiosity and fosters a deeper understanding of the world by debunking pseudoscience and highlighting the importance of sceptical inquiry.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a keen interest in critical thinking and science-based reasoning. It offers an insightful exploration of common misconceptions and cognitive biases, and it provides practical advice on developing a more sceptical and analytical worldview. If you're fascinated by the intersection of science and human perception, this could be a stimulating read.

The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe

An entertaining and all-encompassing guide to skeptical thinking for the age of misinformation.

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'A fantastic compendium of sceptical thinking and the perfect primer for anyone who wants to separate fact from fiction.' Richard Wiseman, author 59 SECONDS

‘Thorough, informative, and enlightening... If this book does not become required reading for us all, we may well see modern civilisation unravel before our eyes.’ Neil deGrasse Tyson, author of ASTROPHYSICS FOR PEOPLE IN A HURRY

In this tie-in to their popular The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe podcast, Steven Novella, along with 'Sceptical Rogues' Bob Novella, Cara Santa Maria, Jay Novella, and Evan Bernstein, explain the tenets of sceptical thinking and debunk some of the biggest scientific myths, fallacies, and conspiracy theories (anti-vaccines, homeopathy, UFO sightings, and many more). They'll help us try to make sense of what seems like an increasingly crazy world using powerful tools like science and philosophy.

The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe is your guide through this maze of modern life. It covers essential critical thinking skills, as well as providing insight into how your brain works and how to avoid common pitfalls in thinking. They discuss the difference between science and pseudoscience, how to recognise common science news tropes, how to discuss conspiracy theories with that crazy colleague of yours, and how to apply all of this to everyday life.

As fascinating as it is entertaining, this page-turner is your essential guide to seeing through the fake news and media manipulation in our increasingly confusing world.

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Steven Novella's The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe is praised for its thoroughness, offering an enlightening look at the vulnerabilities of human cognition. Noted figures like Neil deGrasse Tyson and Bill Nye commend it as essential reading to better understand the world and enhance reasoning skills. It is lauded for promoting critical thinking and distinguishing fact from fiction in an era of information overload.

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ISBN: 9781473696426

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 October 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder Paperback

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 36.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 351g

Pages: 512

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About the Author

Dr. Steven Novella, host and producer of the popular podcast Skeptic's Guide to the Universe, is an internationally recognized science educator. He brings his academic credentials and long history as a dynamic speaker and educator to the show. Dr. Novella is an academic clinical neurologist at Yale University School of Medicine, where he is known for his dedication to excellence in teaching. When not podcasting, he also authors the popular and award-winning NeuroLogica blog, is senior editor of Science-Based Medicine, and makes regular appearances on radio, podcasts, and tv promoting science. He is also the author of two courses for The Great Courses on medical myths and critical thinking.

He is joined by his co-writers, Bob Novella, Cara Santa Maria, Jay Novella, and Evan Bernstein, each of whom bring their own personality and knowledge to the show and this book. Together they create a dynamic and engaging group of friends who like discussing cutting-edge science, philosophy, and controversial topics.

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