Opposing Views

In the catalogs most of the major subject headings in this area have the subdivision --Controversial literature, which includes critical material.

A Skeptic's handbook of parapsychology, edited by Paul Kurtz (Buffalo, N.Y.: Prometheus Books, 1985). *R-YLB 93-11127. A collection of essays reflecting the varying opinions of parapsychologists and skeptics. Includes historical overviews and critical essays. Chapter 19 is an annotated bibliography of skeptical literature on parapsychology. Index.

Parker, Russ. Battling the occult (Downers Grove, Ill: Intervarsity Press, 1990) JFD 91-2812. Criticism from a Christian viewpoint.

Randi, James. Flim-flam!: psychics, ESP. unicorns and other delusions (Buffalo, N.Y. : Prometheus Press, 1982) JFE 85-2946. Includes a comprehensive bibliography of other skeptical studies of the occult.

Schick, Theodore. How to think about weird things: critical thinking for a new age (Mountain View, Calif.: Mayfield Pub. Co., 1995) JFE 95-6736.

Skeptical Inquirer vol. 1- (Fall/Winter 1976-). JFL 80-349; current issues available in Room 108. Published by the Committee for the Scientific Investigation of Claims of the Paranormal, this journal includes critical articles on the paranormal, fringe-science and other unusual phenomena. Special columns include current events, book reviews and selected bibliographies.