Robert Baker argues in Hidden Memories (Prometheus, New York, £14.99,
ISBN 1 57392 094 0) that all supposed parapsychological phenomena are caused by,
wait for it, cryptomnesia—that is, hidden or confused memories. In
passing, he demonstrates clearly why we should be wary of “recovered memories”
of UFO abductions, past lives and sexual abuse. Like Griffith’s book it is
polemical, though well-argued. Their stances are diametrically opposed. Read
both to get both sides.
More from 91av
Explore the latest news, articles and features
Popular articles
Trending 91av articles
1
QBox theory may offer glimpse of reality deeper than quantum realm
2
Why your opinion of used electric vehicles is probably wrong
3
Symptoms of early dementia reversed by bespoke treatment plans
4
Largest-ever octopus was great white shark of invertebrate predators
5
Game theory explains why the US's goals in Iran keep changing
6
Why the right kind of stress is crucial for your health and happiness
7
Gene editing that spreads within the body could cure more diseases
8
Is stem cell therapy about to transform medicine and reverse ageing?
9
Crisis in cosmology: If we’ve got dark energy wrong, what could it be?
10
Cancer-causing chemical found to be leaking from gas cookers
