The book delves into the controversy surrounding the failed replication of a significant psychology experiment related to priming, which suggested that certain stimuli could influence behavior. Ruth Leys explores the historical context of the theories and experimental practices that shaped priming research, arguing that understanding these foundations is crucial to addressing the methodological issues that emerged in 2012. By providing a genealogy of the theoretical assumptions behind priming, Leys aims to illuminate the broader implications for psychological and cognitive sciences amidst ongoing debates about their validity.
