Through the perspective of skepticism and aiming to encourage critical thinking, Harrison, a writer, columnist, business owner, and author, debunks 50 popular beliefs and presents alternative scientific explanations. He addresses topics like psychics, Nostradamus, NASA faking the moon landings, UFOs and aliens, astrology, global warming, alternative medicine, faith healing, creationism vs. evolution, ghosts, angels, the Bermuda Triangle, Area 51, and the end of the world in 2012. Each chapter ends with a list of books to help the reader explore the topic further. Annotation ©2012 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)