More than just a collection of factual entries, this rich resource explores the difference between scientific and pseudoscientific pursuits in a way that spurs readers to ask questions and formulate answers.
• 124 entries, from alchemy and alien abductions to yetis and zombies, that continually focus readers on the true nature of legitimate scientific methods and findings
• An introductory essay, drawing on the work of genuine historians and philosophers of science, offering guidelines for assessing topics in pseudoscience
• 40 original line drawings created specifically for this reference, depicting key individuals, creatures, artifacts, and more
• An extensive bibliography of current and classic works on the full range of pseudoscience topics covered in this volume
• An index that makes it easy to locate specific topics, terms, names, and ideas