"[This] is a deep and thoughtful attack on the fundamental issue of how science works. I use the word 'attack' deliberately, for the central theme of his book is a devaluation of the concept of truth.These are fighting words indeed, and they require the persuasive support of the careful and detailed arguments that form the bulk of this valuable book. The writing is clear and direct and is tailored to an audience that does not necessarily have any science training. [Singham] deserves our whole-hearted thanks for challenging us to confront our previous assumptions, and for doing so by means of such a thoroughly enjoyable and readable book." -- Philip L. Taylor, American Journal of Physics ".Singham's book offers many interesting and challeng-ing thoughts that can help to illuminate important aspects of scientific knowledge production.

The author does a great job in conveying highly intricate arguments and ideas in an accessible and enjoyable fashion using many illustrative examples from the history of science. Many readers will walk away from this book with an increased curiosity for philosophical questions about science and a better sense for the importance of a refined understanding of the role of science in society." -- Karim Bschir, Metascience "An engaging writer who exhibits a genuine passion for the subject and an expansive knowledge of the history of science. He has a good way of conveying to the layperson the folly of attacking scientific claims because they are the result of 'just theories' and provides needed 'talking points' for when the readers encounter science deniers." -- Margaret A. Cuonzo, Professor of Philosophy and Associate Dean of Conolly College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Long Island University "Philosophers and historians have tackled these issues through many great texts and resources, but Singham reverses the direction of this conversation. This is an enjoyable read, and the contents are a valuable source of information for anyone interested in learning about the role of science in society." -- Daniel Deen, Associate Professor of Philosophy, Concordia University.