Yet again Richard Wiseman has written an interesting and engaging science book, unfortunately it's unlikely that those who really need to read and take note of the contents will get past the first chapter (how to cold read fortune tell). Let alone read scientific explanations for out of body experiences, bending metal with mind power, speaking with the dead, hauntings, mind reading, foreseeing the future and talking mongooses!
This book is a skeptical look at the paranormal, and as such really is unlikely to be read by many believers in the supernatural.
As with his previous books I enjoyed the style and the frequent 'speaking' directly to the reader! But I have to admit to being left wanting more from each chapter. Wiseman has been studying these things for years and I'm sure there are more examples.
There is an accompanying website with added information and videos. In fact throughout the book there are QR tags which link to short films and audio clips - although I currently don't have a phone capable of viewing them I will be visiting the site on my pc.
3rd - 7th April 2011 - whilst in Spain
Bought at WHSmiths at Watford Gap services.
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