First published 2019
In "Why Trust Science?", historian Naomi Oreskes confronts the erosion of public faith in science. From climate change denial to vaccine skepticism, she exposes how ideological agendas and corporate interests distort the scientific process. Oreskes deftly deconstructs the notion of "settled science", highlighting how uncertainty and healthy debate are essential to scientific progress. Through vivid case studies, she illustrates how even the most rigorous research can be subverted by political forces. Yet, at the core, Oreskes passionately argues that science remains humanity's best tool for understanding the world and tackling global challenges.
Genres: science, non-fiction, skepticism, academic, history-of-science
Vibes: thought-provoking
Tropes: investigative-journalism
377 pages · Kindle Edition · Princeton University Press