Aims to demolish a myth devised by man - the concept of a supreme being. This book examines, dissects, and refutes the myriad proofs offered by theists - the defenses of sophisticated, professional theologians, as well as the average religious layman. It explores the historical and psychological havoc wrought by religion in general.

'Yet another compulsively readable, astonishingly encyclopaedic book from Roy Porter!his best to date: an epic, one-volume narrative history of man's struggle with the infirmities of his body, from Aesculapius to AIDS.' SIMON SCHAMA

Featuring close to 400 definitions, arguments, and essays on topics ranging from acupuncture to zombies, this book offers information on various things. It covers such categories as alternative medicine; cryptozoology; extraterrestrials and UFOs; frauds and hoaxes; junk science; logic and perception; New Age energy; and the psychic.

This title offers lively, clear explanations of the most widely held astronomy myths and misperceptions, from why the sky is blue to the reasons we have seasons. It steers clear of the false astronomy that has been glamorized in the media, movies, and even in school.

A 'travel guide' to the periodic table, explaining the history, geography and the rules of behaviour in this imagined land.