Sins Against Science: How Misinformation Affects Our Lives and Laws

Misinformation has had significant consequences, leading to distrust, conflict, and civil unrest. This book uses science and facts to debunk misinformation and untangle confusion on various issues, such as vaccines, sexual identity, race and evolution, alternative medicine, and human reproduction. It demonstrates how our lives depend on understanding the nature of things.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 223 pages
Publication date: 30 November 2021
Publisher: McFarland & Co Inc

Misinformation has had profound and perilous consequences, as evidenced by numerous events of the late 2010s and early 2020s. Consuming a steady stream of misinformation can erode trust, potentially leading to conflicts within families, workplaces, and even civil unrest. At the core of many such issues lies scientific illiteracy. Science has brought about immense convenience and ease to our lives, and its influence extends beyond the laboratory to courthouses, classrooms, and cultures. Consequently, it possesses the potential to debunk misinformation and clarify the confusion surrounding critical topics such as vaccines, sexual identity, race and evolution, alternative medicine, and human reproduction.

This book aims to address these issues and the pervasive myths, conspiracies, and misleading headlines that circulate across various media platforms. It employs science and facts as the foundation for every deliberation over laws and policies. The chapters seamlessly weave together history, politics, human biology, and law, illustrating how our lives are intricately interconnected with an understanding of the natural world.

Understanding the nature of things is crucial, and this book serves as a valuable resource in promoting accurate knowledge and fostering informed decision-making. By shedding light on the impact of misinformation and emphasizing the importance of scientific literacy, it empowers individuals to navigate the complexities of contemporary society with a clearer perspective and a deeper appreciation for the truth.

Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781476686394