Skeptoid 3: Pirates, Pyramids, and Papyrus

by Brian Dunning

Pirate, Pyramids, and Papyrus is a close look at 50 myths and mysteries from pop culture that you've probably heard of, and probably believe. Learn the science and the facts behind all those stories you've wondered about since you first read about them as a child. The chapters are adapted from 50 episodes of the popular critical thinking podcast of the same name. Just about every popular myth is explained Everything from paranormal stories like the Mothman, shadow people, and Mel's Hole, to conspiracy theories like the Bohemian Club and FEMA prison camps, to popular legends like the Oak Island Money Pit, the Betty and Barney Hill UFO abduction, and frogs and fish raining from the sky.

Genres: Skepticism

336 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2011

Reviews

[Chris Seltzer · Rating 3 out of 5]

I often wish the topics covered would go one level deeper.

I know this is impossible given the time constraints placed on the podcast format but a book seems like the perfect medium to give that extra level of detail.

[Stan · Rating 4 out of 5]

This volume turns the skeptical eye on a variety of topics from the bell witch to the Rendlesham UFO and lots of others. If you were a fan of Mythbusters, listen to the Skeptoid podcast, and/or consider yourself a skeptic, then you would probably enjoy this book. If you know a wide eyed true believer who falls for every new age, pseudo-scientific bit of nonsense that rolls along, then you should get them to read this book.

[Timothy · Rating 5 out of 5]

The third installment of his skeptical inquiries about a variety of subjects that were highlighted on his podcast. Very interesting and informative.,

[J · Rating 4 out of 5]

Refreshingly rational.