Facts Fallacies

Author : Thomas Sowell
Publisher : Basic Books
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2011-03-22
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780465026302

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Economic Facts and Fallacies by Thomas Sowell Pdf

Economic Facts and Fallacies exposes some of the most popular fallacies about economic issues-and does so in a lively manner and without requiring any prior knowledge of economics by the reader. These include many beliefs widely disseminated in the media and by politicians, such as mistaken ideas about urban problems, income differences, male-female economic differences, as well as economics fallacies about academia, about race, and about Third World countries. One of the themes of Economic Facts and Fallacies is that fallacies are not simply crazy ideas but in fact have a certain plausibility that gives them their staying power-and makes careful examination of their flaws both necessary and important, as well as sometimes humorous. Written in the easy-to-follow style of the author's Basic Economics, this latest book is able to go into greater depth, with real world examples, on specific issues.

Author : Robert L. Glass
Publisher : Addison-Wesley Professional
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Computers
ISBN : 0321117425

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Facts and Fallacies of Software Engineering by Robert L. Glass Pdf

Regarding the controversial and thought-provoking assessments in this handbook, many software professionals might disagree with the authors, but all will embrace the debate. Glass identifies many of the key problems hampering success in this field. Each fact is supported by insightful discussion and detailed references.

Author : Philip Ward,Julia Edwards
Publisher : Skyhorse Publishing Inc.
Page : 497 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2012-06
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781616083366

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The Book of Common Fallacies by Philip Ward,Julia Edwards Pdf

Debunks popular beliefs and reveals the facts about political, cultural, scientific, and technological misconceptions, addressing such topics as Napoleon's stature, the danger of quicksand, and caffeine's effects on the body.

Author : Frederic Bastiat
Publisher : Simon Publications
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2001-08-16
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1931541027

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Economic Fallacies by Frederic Bastiat Pdf

This book, written by the celebrated nineteenth century French economist propagating free trade, reads as it was written yesterday.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 452 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 1988
Category : Reference
ISBN : 0895772736

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Facts & Fallacies by Anonim Pdf

"Stories of the strange and unusual"--Jacket subtitle.

Author : J. William Schopf
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 182 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0126288607

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Evolution! by J. William Schopf Pdf

The proceedings of the March 1997 symposium on Evolution! Facts and Fallacies are published in this short, illustrated text. When Darwin originated his concept of descent with modification by means of natural selection, evolution became the instant focus of uncertainty and debate. In Evolution! noted experts sort facts from fallacies by answering questions most often asked of Darwin's grand theory. Contributors are key experts on evolution and extraterrestrial life. - Publisher.

Author : Mel Siff
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Physical fitness
ISBN : 1868381838

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Facts and Fallacies of Fitness by Mel Siff Pdf

Author : Martin Gardner
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2012-05-04
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780486131627

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Fads and Fallacies in the Name of Science by Martin Gardner Pdf

Fair, witty appraisal of cranks, quacks, and quackeries of science and pseudoscience: hollow earth, Velikovsky, orgone energy, Dianetics, flying saucers, Bridey Murphy, food and medical fads, and much more.

Author : David J. Bartholomew
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2004-08-26
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0521544785

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Measuring Intelligence by David J. Bartholomew Pdf

Provides new framework for measuring intelligence and addresses key controversies in the field.

Author : Stephen K. Campbell
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2012-05-14
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : 9780486140513

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Flaws and Fallacies in Statistical Thinking by Stephen K. Campbell Pdf

Nontechnical survey helps improve ability to judge statistical evidence and to make better-informed decisions. Discusses common pitfalls: unrealistic estimates, improper comparisons, premature conclusions, and faulty thinking about probability. 1974 edition.

Author : Andrew M. Colman
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 227 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2024-05-01
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781040025536

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Facts, Fallacies and Frauds in Psychology by Andrew M. Colman Pdf

Are the effects of hypnosis real or imagined? Is intelligence determined by nature or nurture? Will ordinary people perform acts of cruelty if ordered to do so by authority figures? Are anorexia and bulimia nervosa forms of depression? Why do some groups outscore others on IQ tests? Is there any real evidence of ESP? These are some of the questions that continued to generate fierce arguments among psychologists and excite considerable general interest in the 1980s and beyond. But where does the truth lie? Originally published in 1987, Facts, Fallacies and Frauds in Psychology looks closely at these six popular and controversial issues. In each case the central ideas are explained and research findings presented in such a way that readers can begin their own voyage of scientific discovery, develop a clearer, deeper understanding – and find out how psychologists really think. Reputations are assessed: fraud is unflinchingly exposed. This entertaining and provocative book will still fascinate the general reader and provide an excellent introduction for students of psychology. This book is a re-issue originally published in 1987. The language used is a reflection of its era and no offence is meant by the Publishers to any reader by this re-publication.

Author : Bo Bennett
Publisher : eBookIt.com
Page : 429 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2012-02-19
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781456607371

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Logically Fallacious by Bo Bennett Pdf

This book is a crash course in effective reasoning, meant to catapult you into a world where you start to see things how they really are, not how you think they are. The focus of this book is on logical fallacies, which loosely defined, are simply errors in reasoning. With the reading of each page, you can make significant improvements in the way you reason and make decisions. Logically Fallacious is one of the most comprehensive collections of logical fallacies with all original examples and easy to understand descriptions, perfect for educators, debaters, or anyone who wants to improve his or her reasoning skills. "Expose an irrational belief, keep a person rational for a day. Expose irrational thinking, keep a person rational for a lifetime." - Bo Bennett This 2021 Edition includes dozens of more logical fallacies with many updated examples.

Author : Louise Cummings
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 303 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2020-02-29
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9783030285135

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Fallacies in Medicine and Health by Louise Cummings Pdf

This textbook examines the ways in which arguments may be used and abused in medicine and health. The central claim is that a group of arguments known as the informal fallacies – including slippery slope arguments, fear appeal, and the argument from ignorance – undertake considerable work in medical and health contexts, and that they can in fact be rationally warranted ways of understanding complex topics, contrary to the views of many earlier philosophers and logicians. Modern medicine and healthcare require lay people to engage with increasingly complex decisions in areas such as immunization, lifestyle and dietary choices, and health screening. Many of the so-called fallacies of reasoning can also be viewed as cognitive heuristics or short-cuts which help individuals make decisions in these contexts. Using features such as learning objectives, case studies and end-of-unit questions, this textbook examines topical issues and debates in all areas of medicine and health, including antibiotic use and resistance, genetic engineering, euthanasia, addiction to prescription opioids, and the legalization of cannabis. It will be useful to students of critical thinking, reasoning, logic, argumentation, rhetoric, communication, health humanities, philosophy and linguistics.

Author : Garth W. Paltridge
Publisher : Taylor Trade Publications
Page : 120 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2010-06-16
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781589795495

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The Climate Caper by Garth W. Paltridge Pdf

So you think the theory of disastrous climate change has been proven? You believe scientists are united in their efforts to affect a reduction in carbon emissions? You trust that scientists are far too professional to overstate their case? Maybe we should all think again. In The Climate Caper, written with a light touch and a readable manner, Garth Paltridge shows that the case for action against climate change is not nearly so clear cut after all. He leads us through the inherent problems of the climate modeling process, as well as the uncertainties associated with economic forecasts of climatic doom. Paltridge uncovers the conscious and subconscious forces that hide skepticism within the scientific community from the public eye and submit governments to a scientific and technological elite-an elite that achieves its ends by manipulating the public through fear of climate change, creating the world's greatest example of a religion for the politically correct.

Author : Margaret H. Bonham,D. Caroline Coile
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Pets
ISBN : 1402750404

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Why Do Cats Bury Their Poop? by Margaret H. Bonham,D. Caroline Coile Pdf

This isn’t just another cat care book! It’s a virtual owner’s manual packed with little-known and entertaining facts presented by two acclaimed experts--all in answer to more than 200 unique questions about the fabulous feline. Broken down into categories, including "Behavior,” "Bodies,” and "Emotions,” it covers everything that cat lovers need to know: Why do cats purr? Do they get embarrassed? Are all white cats deaf? Can a litter have more than one father? Do cats have favorite colors of food? And, finally, there’s an answer to the pressing query that all feline fans have asked for years: Why do cats seek out the one person in the room who doesn’t like them? Although the tone is lighthearted, the information is valuable...and absolutely scientifically accurate.