I have thoroughly enjoyed reading "The way of science".
Dennis Trumble has a sharp wit, and I very much like his no non-sense approach.
This is particularly welcome after George Bush's 8-year Dark Age.
Tomas A. Medina

Thanks Tomas. I'm glad you enjoyed my book!

It may interest you to know that my original goal in writing "The Way of Science" was to explore the ethical issues surrounding the use of animals in medical research, a topic of considerable interest to me as a biomedical researcher. As I began to write, however, I was struck by the thought that anyone who chooses to believe in special creation—and recent polls indicate that over half of all Americans do—would be able to dismiss the entire subject without a thought. Even more troubling was the realization that this mindset is not only a perfect impediment to our moral reasoning but also a serious threat to humanity itself. Climate change, nuclear proliferation, human overpopulation, the loss of biodiversity: clearly none of these problems are going to be solved by actions inspired by unfounded beliefs, be they religious or otherwise.

My hope is that "The Way of Science" will help demystify the scientific process and make it seem more 'user friendly' and less threatening to nonscientists. A big part of the problem, in my view, is that many people today think that science is too difficult for ‘ordinary folks’ to understand and shy away because they don’t want to feel inadequate. Others fear that scientific ways of thinking, if applied to all areas of life, might lead to moral decay and/or feeling of hopelessness. All these concerns are unfounded. Contrary to popular belief, the scientific outlook is not only something that most everyone can understand on an intellectual level; it is also as emotionally satisfying as any faith-based philosophy you can imagine. Indeed, despite all fears to the contrary, scientists are finding that moral truths and personal meaning are not merely the stuff of religious doctrine; these are tangible realities that can be discovered through an honest examination of ourselves and of the world around us.

Dennis wrote: "Thanks Tomas. I'm glad you enjoyed my book!

It may interest you to know that my original goal in writing "The Way of Science" was to explore the ethical issues surrounding the use of animals in me..."

Dennis wrote: "Thanks Tomas. I'm glad you enjoyed my book!

It may interest you to know that my original goal in writing "The Way of Science" was to explore the ethical issues surrounding the use of animals in me..."

Dennis, thank you for your prompt reply.
"The way of science" happens to be the first one of yours I read, but I can assure you that many more will follow.
If the environment for science is not very favorable in the US, you can imagine what it is like in Mexico.
The Virgen de Guadalupe is really big among us.
I travel to the US once in a while. Actually, I came back from Houston last Sunday. Hopefully, I will get to personally meet you in the near future, and I will have you sign your book for me.
Keep up the excellent work!
Sincerely,

Tomas A. Medina

Thanks again Thomas, I look forward to meeting you should the opportunity arise.

Also, my apologies for the tardy reply... guess my blogging skills are not quite up to snuff yet.

Same happens to me all the time.
It is rewarding to verify that -even though science is not high on the American public preferences- there are a few distinguished persons like you that are making a great contribution to educate the public, American and otherwise.
The names of Michael Shermer and Raphael Lataster come to mind.
I look forward to meeting you soon, or at the very least to keep the contact.
Warm regards,

Tomas A. Medina

By the way, once I was through with "The way of science", I immediately passed it along to my brother.
Your book simply does not belong on the shelf.
With regards,

Tomás A. Medina

Muchas gracias Tomás. I appreciate your kind words & hope your brother enjoys The Way of Science as much as you did.