In a world driven by technology and scientific progress, it would seem there should be no room for ignorance, speculation, and unproven hypotheses. Yet, contrary to common sense, many people fervently embrace conspiracy theories and believe the most implausible claims: for example, that the Earth is flat, climate change is a hoax, and the coronavirus is a biological weapon.

Philosopher of science and educator Lee MacIntyre met dozens of dissenters and compiled a fascinating guide to this irrational community. He managed to understand how it works, how to communicate with its adherents, and what arguments work for them. He is sure that science deniers need to be convinced, because their delusions are sometimes deadly.

Author: Lee McIntyre
Publishing House: Individuum
Year: 2023
Number of pages: 352
Cover type: Paperback
Translator: Nikolai Mezin
Age group: 16+