Scepticism: A Very Short Introduction Seasonal Alden was Professor of History

Alden was Professor of History at Duke University for many years

then he was trying to pull the wool over your eyes-because no great stories are shallow

these questions have defined the content and structure of this book

Sometimes pain passes quickly and small losses are easily absorbed

including the seminal first book on the subject

Scepticism: A Very Short Introduction Seasonal Alden was Professor of HistoryThroughout history scepticism and the urge to question accepted truths has been a powerful force for change and growth. Today, as we are bombarded by adverts, scientific studies praising the latest superfoods, and political rhetoric, a healthy amount of scepticism is widely encouraged. But when is such scepticism legitimate for example, as a driver of new ideas and when is it problematic? And what role might adopting a sceptical outlook play in