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  • Bad Astronomy

  • Misconceptions and Misuses Revealed, from Astrology to the Moon Landing "Hoax"
  • Written by: Philip Plait
  • Narrated by: Kevin Scullin
  • Length: 9 hrs and 39 mins
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Written by: Philip Plait
Narrated by: Kevin Scullin
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Dr. Philip C. Plait sets the record straight on many modern hoaxes and myths. Appalled that millions of Americans don't believe in the moon landing, or that an egg stands on its end only on the vernal equinox, Plait hilariously spills the truth and informs us of scientific inaccuracies in our everyday vernacular.
©2002 Philip Plait (P)2010 Audible, Inc.
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"Plait succeeds brilliantly because his clear and understandable explanations are convincing and honest." (Library Journal)

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  • Thomas J. Hind
  • 2023-02-04

Great read, even if you're familiar with the topic

I thought I would already know most of the "bad astronomy," but I was surprised by how much I didn't know. but either way, this book was entertaining and informative in general.

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  • Sara
  • 2023-01-24

Must listen for everyone!

Fantastic book! It was really fun to listen to this in 2023 and see scientific progress and discoveries since this book was published!

6 stars for the narrator! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐