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The Skeptical Dictionary, written by Robert Todd Carroll, is a detailed reference work covering a wide range of pseudoscientific and paranormal topics—from alternative medicine and psychics to UFOs and fringe theories. Organised alphabetically, each entry provides clear, evidence-based explanations and frequent citations, helping readers discern fact from fiction. Carroll’s tone is both entertaining and accessible, making the volume useful for scholars, educators, and curious skeptics alike.
First publish date: 2003
Genre: Science/Physics
Authors: Robert Todd Carroll
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