On the Fringe
About This Book
Where Science Ends and Pseudoscience Begins (2021) examines the historical and philosophical boundaries separating legitimate science from fringe beliefs. As movements denying climate change and vaccine efficacy gain traction, distinguishing authentic science from questionable claims becomes increasingly important. Through analysis of belief systems like astrology, flat-Earth theories, and extrasensory perception, readers gain insight into how scientific knowledge evolves across different eras.
Who Should Read This?
- People interested in the history and philosophy of science
- Those curious about why certain beliefs gain or lose scientific legitimacy
- Advocates working to counter misinformation about climate and public health
- Readers who want to understand how fringe movements emerge and persist
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