This book is a primer on critical thinking. Without it, the Internet is only a misinformation highway. The dark arts of untruthfulness are ubiquitous in 'official' information. The general techniques used to distort or misrepresent truth are conceptually explored, illustrated by dozens of examples covering a wide range of subjects. Does classroom size reduction improve education? Can tight oil shale provide US petroleum independence? Are eggs unhealthy? Does the Chevy Volt really get 60mpg-e? Is global warming a hoax or a crisis? The many thought provoking examples are entertaining as well as enlightening.The Toyota Prius hybrid is about the same sized vehicle, and gets 42-50mpg depending on the model. It uses less fossil fuel energy, since not ... since they can be contextually subtle. The contentious history of Dan/vina#39;s theory of evolution.
Title | : | The Arts of Truth |
Author | : | Rud Istvan |
Publisher | : | Strategic Book Publishing - 2012-11-01 |
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