Martin Gardner’s “Deception and Bizarreness under the guise of Science” is a fascinating journey into a world of puzzles, illusions and scientific tricks that often look so amazing that it is difficult to believe their truth. The author, a recognized master of popularization of science and the skill of the illusionist, masterfully reveals to the reader the secrets behind the most amazing and sometimes incredible phenomena that can be mistaken for scientific discoveries or miracles. This book is a real storehouse of knowledge for those who like to solve riddles, explore the boundaries of human perception and understand where science ends and magic begins. "Deception and eccentricities under the guise of science" Martin Gardner is not just a collection of entertaining stories or tricks This is an in-depth analysis of how easy it is to be deceived when knowledge is presented with brightness and effectivity. The author masterfully shows that many so-called scientific discoveries or phenomena are often simple illusions, tricks and clever manipulations that cause admiration and surprise to the viewer. But behind this lies not only the art of deception, but often important lessons about critical thinking, mindfulness, and the need to verify facts. Martin Gardner’s book, “Deception and Bizarreness under the guise of Science,” is ideal for inquisitive readers of all ages, especially those interested in psychology, optical illusions, the history of science, and magic. It will be an excellent choice for students, teachers, mystery lovers and just those who want to expand their horizons and learn to distinguish truth from illusion. For teenagers and adults who are passionate about puzzles and scientific tricks, this book will open up new facets of perception and help develop analytical thinking. A feature of Martin Gardner's style is his ability to combine scientific rigor with a lively, fascinating narrative. His books, including the famous series on mathematical puzzles and logic puzzles, are always filled with vivid examples, interesting stories and deep reflections. In "Deception and eccentricities under the guise of science", he not only shows how various illusions and tricks work, but also explains them from the point of view of psychology, physics and mathematics, making the material accessible and understandable to a wide audience. This book deserves attention not only because of its content, but also because it encourages the reader to critical thinking, teaches not to trust everything at first glance and shows how important it is to maintain common sense in a world full of information and visual deceptions. It contains stories about famous fraudsters, illusionists, scientists and ordinary people who, with the help of dexterity of hands, mind and scientific knowledge, created real miracles or, conversely, cleverly deceived others. If you are looking for a book that will not only entertain, but also expand your knowledge of how our world works, and teach you to see behind the facade of illusions the true essence, “Deception and eccentricities under the guise of science” Martin Gardner will be a real discovery for you. This work is an excellent addition to the library of everyone who appreciates intellectual challenges, likes to solve riddles and wants to understand how the most amazing phenomena that surround us in everyday life work. Inspiring, informative and filled with subtle humor, this book is a true masterpiece for those who are looking for answers to questions about the boundaries of human perception and the power of science and deception.