The Official Dr. Science Big Book of Science (Simplified) [Paperback]

Dr. Science (Author), Rodney (Author)

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YA As an adjunct to their popular radio show, Dr. Science and Rodney have produced a book. These two members of the Duck's Breath Mystery Theater have given pseudoscience a new twist. Questions, fabricated or sent in by listeners, are answered. Thumbnail sketches of the great: ``If Plato were alive today he would be Phil Donahue'' and other subjects such as the universe, light, electricity, and evolution are the basis for readers' education. Introductory material includes a disclaimer statement, bibliographic information on Dr. Science and Rodney, and notes ``To the Teacher'' (``Teaching science is no occupation for a grown person''). Supplementary material provides an appendix of other miscellaneous ramblings and a glossary of laughable definitions. Students can employ this book to have a zany scientific adventure, use their imagination, and accept the challenge of living. Anne Paget, Episcopal High School, Bellaire, Tex.
Copyright 1987 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Paperback: 206 pages
• Publisher: Contemporary Books (November 1986)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0809248492
• ISBN-13: 978-0809248490
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,618,996 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars There is a thin line between ignorance and arrogance..., November 23, 2010

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This review is from: The Official Dr. Science Big Book of Science (Simplified) (Paperback)

and Dr. Science has erased this line. This book is essential for anyone interested in science, in becoming a scientist, or in the Ancient Greeks. Dr. Science first summarizes all pre-1980 scientific knowledge in 86 pages. Do not become alarmed at the brevity of this historical section, because Dr. Science does not fail to show us how tragically wrong "Old Science" was. And how "Old Science" unlocked the greatest evil ever devised by mankind: electricity. Fortunately, Dr. Science then reveals to us the paradise that is "New Science". Even better, he shows us readers how we can imitate him and become "New Scientists" ourselves! Who needs eating, bathing, or socializing with other people anyway? The book concludes with a final exam (answers provided) so that we can determine whether we have become true "new scientists".

Dr. Science is smarter than we are: he has a master's degree - in science. So avoid this book at your own risk. Don't say you weren't warned.

5.0 out of 5 stars Should Be Compulsory Reading, December 8, 2011

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This review is from: The Official Dr. Science Big Book of Science (Simplified) (Paperback)

This is the finest scholarly work on the topic of science EVER WRITTEN! If you have not read it, you must. If you don't think you must, then you do not deserve to wear quality footwear!

Resign yourself to the fact that Doctor Science knows more than you, but you can make a SMALL dent in your ignorance by reading this book. As the book says, there is a narrow line between ignorance and arrogance. Doctor Science has helped me erase that line in my life! YOU SHOULD TOO!!!!!!