El mundo y sus demonios : La ciencia como una luz en la oscuridad

Are we on the brink of a new dark age of irrationalism and superstition? In this poignant book, the incomparable Carl Sagan brilliantly demonstrates that scientific thinking is essential to safeguarding our democratic institutions and our technological civilization. The Demon-Haunted World is Sagan's most personal book, filled with endearing and insightful human stories. Drawing on his own childhood experiences and the gripping history of scientific discovery, he shows how the method of rational thought can overcome prejudice and superstition to reveal truths that are often surprising.