June Book of the Month: Scientific Thinking - Second Edition

Sampling, correlations, and causality - Encourage active reflection and immediate engagement with new concepts for 2026

Let’s get reading! Dive into our June Book of the Month. This month, we are diving deep into the mechanics of how we understand the world around us. In an era flooded with data, misinformation, and rapid technological advancement, the ability to think critically isn't just an academic skill, it is a skill and important superpower necessary for everyday life. Scientific Thinking - Second Edition is the ultimate guide to sharpening that exact ability.

RRP: £45.95 | Publication Date: 29 May 2026 | ISBN: 9781554816521 | Publisher: Broadview Press ‍

What awaits readers inside this thought inducing title

Scientific Thinking provides comprehensive coverage of essential topics, including:

• Inductive reasoning and hypotheses
• Confirmation and demarcation
• Experimental methods
• The pivotal role of values in science

Drawing brilliant examples from both the rich history of science and modern-day research, the book helps readers recognise the ongoing importance of developing robust habits of scientific thought. Rather than just letting readers absorb the text, questions and exercises are thoughtfully interspersed throughout the text.

What do the Experts think?

"Scientific Thinking does something most textbooks avoid. It treats students as people who can handle genuine complexity."
Academics and educators have praised the text for its unique ability to bridge the gap between rigorous philosophy and practical, everyday understanding. Nicholas Smith, from the Department of Academic Literacy and Linguistics at the Borough of Manhattan Community College, highlights it as a highly accessible and intuitively organised introduction to scientific reasoning, methods, and the philosophy of science. He notes that while it focuses on the concepts essential for interpreting and evaluating research, it seamlessly weaves in substantive discussions on central philosophical issues. As a result, readers will not only refine their ability to assess scientific work but also think more clearly and deeply about the nature, objectivity, and value of science itself.

Why You Should Read It This Month

Whether you are a student looking to ace your courses, a professional aiming to make data-driven decisions, or simply a curious mind wanting to cut through the noise of the modern world, this book is for you. It doesn't just teach you what to think about science, it masters the art of teaching you how to think.