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The New Inquisition, Irrational Rationalism and the Citadel of Science
Irrational Rationalism and the Citadel of Science
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Robert Anton Wilson's 'The New Inquisition' examines the clash between scientific orthodoxy and unconventional thinking.
It critiques the tendency within science to suppress ideas that challenge established paradigms.
Wilson argues that a form of 'irrational rationalism' can lead to the rejection of potentially valuable insights.
The book explores historical and contemporary examples of scientific controversies.
It questions whether the pursuit of knowledge is sometimes hindered by rigid adherence to prevailing beliefs.
'The New Inquisition' encourages a more open-minded and critical approach to scientific inquiry.
It critiques the tendency within science to suppress ideas that challenge established paradigms.
Wilson argues that a form of 'irrational rationalism' can lead to the rejection of potentially valuable insights.
The book explores historical and contemporary examples of scientific controversies.
It questions whether the pursuit of knowledge is sometimes hindered by rigid adherence to prevailing beliefs.
'The New Inquisition' encourages a more open-minded and critical approach to scientific inquiry.
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