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pp. 275. “”[Bauer] is admirably suited to discuss the similarities and differences between the sciences — especially the physical sciences — and subjects that have been labeled pseudoscience, voodoo science, heretical science, and mysticism… Bauer’s treatment is calm and civilized, and although one may disagree on where on a science-pseudoscience continuum a particular anomaly may lie, one cannot but respect Bauer’s position.” — Russell F. Trimble, Science Books & Films “Bauer develops persuasive arguments for anomalistics, including the historical studies. Its various topics attract popular interest and generate important issues for science studies. It is a useful subject in university courses, as it encourages students to think for themselves rather than following authority.” — Alex Dolby, British Journal for the History of Science ADVANCE PRAISE “A well-conceived, nobly motivated work that will be widely referenced in the future. Professor Bauer is extraordinarily perceptive, intelligent, fair to a fault, yet unafraid to challenge the sacred cows of science, personal and public gullibility, and any form of exploitative motivation on either side of the issue. His is a courageous, probably unpopular, possibly even ominous message that desperately needs to be expressed.”