The Science of the X-Files by Jeanne Cavelos


The Science of the X-Files
Title : The Science of the X-Files
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ISBN : 0425167119
ISBN-10 : 9780425167113
Language : English
Format Type : Paperback
Number of Pages : 288
Publication : First published November 1, 1998

By pushing science to its furthest, most marvelous extremes, "The X-Files" has captivated us with stories more strange and surreal than we'd ever dreamed possible. But are they as far-fetched as they look? With the help of leading experts, scientist Jeanne Cavelos explores the scientific theories -- and supporting research -- that shed light on some of the series' most bizarre and compelling episodes.Includes scientific examinations of:
-- Could a man cause fungi to destroy everything he touched? -- How could a man made entirely of cancer cells grow back his decapitated head?
-- What sort of nutrition could be derived from a diet of human livers? -- Could a man bum up in the sun -- simply because he believes he's a vampire? -- How could a salamander hand grow on a man's body? -- Could concentrated human pheromones really make Scully do "the wild thing" with a stranger?

The Science of the X-Files Reviews

  • Andrew Keen

    A good resource for fans of The X-Files seeking a scientific exploration of specific examples in the show, this book is like a collection of scientific discussions. It doesn't feel like it's leading to a conclusion or a climax and that makes it hard to stick with. It was published in 1998 and some subject areas, especially those about AI and bioengineered implants, are now out of date.

  • Flora

    Pretty interesting exploration of how it might be possible or unfeasible for the phenomena that take place in the X-Files to actually happen in real-life, given the body of scientific knowledge available at the time.

  • Elaine Fultz, Teacher Librarian, MLS

    VOYA review late 90s

  • Antoinette

    *yawn* I love the X-Files, but without the smoking hot sexual tension I am not so enthusiastic.

  • Lindsey

    Need to reread this now that I've seen every single episode :D