Why People Believe Weird Things

Written Michael Shermer, a historian of science, this volume explores why so many are drawn to conspiracy theories, cults, and otherworldly phenomena. In addition to the underlying reasons so many believe in things proven demonstrably false, readers will learn the harm that is done through particular beliefs such as holocaust denialism, satanic ritual abuse, and the recovered-memory moment. 

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