Galileo's Middle Finger
Heretics, Activists, and the Search for Justice in Science
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Narrated by:
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Tavia Gilbert
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Written by:
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Alice Dreger
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A powerful defense of intellectual freedom told through the ordeals of contemporary scientists attacked for exploring controversial ideas, by a noted science historian and medical activist.
An investigation of some of the most contentious debates of our time, Galileo's Middle Finger describes Alice Dreger's experiences on the front lines of scientific controversy, where for two decades she has worked as an advocate for victims of unethical research while also defending the right of scientists to pursue challenging research into human identities. Dreger's own attempts to reconcile academic freedom with the pursuit of justice grew out of her research into the treatment of people born intersex (formerly called hermaphrodites). The shocking history of surgical mutilation and ethical abuses conducted in the name of "normalizing" intersex children moved her to become a patient rights' activist. By bringing evidence to physicians and the public, she helped change the medical system.
©2015 Alice Dreger (P)2015 Gildan Media LLCWhat listeners say about Galileo's Middle Finger
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- Kyla MacDonald
- 2020-07-27
Compelling, at times heartbreaking, witty
Dr. Dreger balances her pursuit for accuracy in scientific research while bemusingly telling us how she got where she is. This book makes you think about scientific bias, media bias and LvR politics and showing you first hand as well the people who suffer from misguided ideas and practices.
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- Frank Spiegelberg
- 2023-01-21
Good book
Alice Dreger sheds light on the battle between science and activism. As well as the importance of completing good science and finding and telling the truth.
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