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The Demon-haunted World

Science as a Candle in the Dark
roaddogg09
Jul 31, 2011roaddogg09 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
I've been meaning to pick this up for years. Nothing but good things have been said about it. I absolutely loved it and think every person should read it. Sagan advocates critical thinking and skepticism. With great insight and humor, Sagan shows us how people are duped into accepting dubious claims, and how everything comes down to evidence. If the evidence does not support a claim, why believe it? The first part of the book deals with science and why we are supposed to questions all beliefs and ask for evidence. The second part deals with particular claims and why they do not warrant our acceptance of their truth. The end of the book deals with stereotypes, the wonders that science brings to light, and why science is a candle in the dark. "The Demon-Haunted World" is an invaluable tool for the modern citizen.