For fans of Freakonomics and Thinking, Fast and Slow, here is a book by Hans Rosling, the scientist called "a true inspiration" by Bill Gates, that teaches us how to see the world as it truly is. Factfulness: The stress-reducing habit of only carrying opinions for which you have strong supporting facts. When asked simple questions about global trends-what percentage of the world's population live in poverty; why the world's population is increasing;...

Documents the author's six-month effort to circumnavigate the globe by means of the statistically most dangerous methods, a journey that provides insight into the hazards that influence everyday life in a variety of cultures.

Introduces the origins, causes, and destructive effects of earthquakes.

Describes the history, geography, people, government, and economy of Egypt.

An illustrated exploration of volcanic eruptions that discusses why they occur, the damage caused by them, how they are studied, and other related topics; and includes statistics, resources, a glossary, and an index.

The bestselling author of "Zero" shows how mathematical misinformation pervades-- and shapes-- our daily lives.

Introduces the planet Mercury, discussing its physical characteristics, orbit, and the technology used to study the planet.