Summary:
The book advocates for scientific skepticism and critical thinking, warning against pseudoscience and superstitions that cloud human understanding. It emphasizes the importance of the scientific method as a tool for illuminating the truth and dispelling myths in an increasingly complex world.
Key points:
1. Skepticism's Role: Sagan stresses skepticism's role in questioning unverified claims, especially in pseudoscience and superstition.
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