I’m well aware that after years of being a reviewer and critic that I’ve become “that guy” at parties. You know, the one who corrects people on common sayings and clickbaity articles? While it can be annoying, the book The Stickler’s Guide to Science in the Age of Misinformation makes it kind of fun. Educator R. Phillip Bouchard uses his new book to explore incomplete sayings, false teachings from media news, and gives readers a better idea of how to look at incomplete science concepts. Whether it’s concepts like “Superfood” or the concept of trees being “the earth’s lungs,” Bouchard uses research, facts, and important information to fully explain a concept, explain why it has been shortened down for pop culture science, and works to keep readers staying curious. His writing is easily accessible, so don’t worry if Chemistry or Biology wasn’t your thing in high school.
The Sticker’s Guide to Science in the Age of Misinformation is available November 9th.
