A Critical Encyclopedia Regal, Brian. creator author text Electronic books. xx 2009 monographic eng 1 online resource (212 pages) What makes science science? How do we tell which assertions, beliefs, and methods are scientifically sound, and which are not? Brian Regal's authoritative, entertaining new reference, Pseudoscience: A Critical Encyclopedia gets at the heart of these questions by helping readers understand how the scientific method works, how to critically analyze all kinds of "evidence," and how to sort through long-running myths and current pseudoscience controversies. Ranging from the dawn of history to the present and across world cultures, Pseudoscience uses a field of endless fascination as a means of driving home the importance of solid scientific reasoning. The encyclopedia spans the full spectrum of scientific and nonscientific pursuits, from chemistry, biology, psychology, and medicine to eugenics, religion, cryptozoology, the occult, and paranormal activities. Specific entries focus on general concepts of science, the lives of individuals, and claims of abilities. Throughout, these entries go beyond simply stating facts by constantly engaging readers in a discussion about the very nature of true scientific discovery. Brian Regal. ALA COVID Relief Fund Pseudoscience Q172.5 .P77 R44 2009 001.9 Regal, Brian Westport : ABC-CLIO, LLC,c2009 9780313355080 https://login.ezproxy.pucpr.edu/login?url=https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/pucpr-ebooks/detail.action?docID=2060398 https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/pucpr-ebooks/detail.action?docID=2060398 https://login.ezproxy.pucpr.edu/login?url=https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/pucpr-ebooks/detail.action?docID=2060398 https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/pucpr-ebooks/detail.action?docID=2060398 MiAaPQ 211129 20221107200343.0 EBC2060398 eng