mojohand, thanks for quoting the story from skeptics.com; it certainly puts an entirely different light on Alexander's book!

I didn't read the book that critically, but on the other hand I have to say the critics may be reading it with an excess of zeal. I'm not sure I have the time or energy to chase down their accusations and assertions to be sure they are being truthful themselves. It seems to be necessary in this day and age of internet "investigative reporting".

Again, thanks for bringing up the critique. At the very least it pops a lot of air out of the Alexander balloon.

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