This book provides us with the right kind of material to make a difference. This is a well-written book loaded with great examples on an important topic. I actually found it fun to read. But AI has not had a well-articulated approach or a common set of tools to support experimental research. Paul Cohen takes a giant step in that direction.
Experimental psychology knows how to design experiments and evaluate the results.
Cohen has applied this professionalism to AI, which badly needs it. The result is both a penetrating critique of current AI methods and an excellent introduction to the subject. This book is essential reading for anyone working in AI or trying to think seriously about it.