A glorious book . . . A spirited defense of science . . . From the first page to the last, this book is a manifesto for clear thought. -Los Angeles Times Powerful . . . A stirring defense of informed rationality. . . Rich in surprising information and beautiful writing. -The Washington Post Book World Compelling. -USA Today A clear vision of what good science means and why it makes a difference. . . . A testimonial to the power of science and a warning of the dangers of unrestrained credulity. -The Sciences Passionate. -San Francisco Examiner-Chronicle