Deadly: The World's Most Dangerous Everything

Spellbinding, like a good episode of Mannix! There are now places I won't drive, things I won't eat and bugs I will avoid like....well, like death!

Scott and Engelman have created the perfect read for the pessimist/hypochondriac/trivia buff in all of us. Fascinating facts. Interesting stories. With humor throughout. Who would've thought that reading about dying could be so enjoyable? The only problem is, you'll want to renew your life insurance policy after reading the book. This book is going to make a great stocking stuffer for the in-laws.

Phil Scott's "Deadly: The World's Most Dangerous Everything" truly is an exciting journey into the world of deadly; from things that you do, to things that you don't do because you know better... well, most of us, anyway! Phil Scott's writing style is unparalleled--he highlights the deadliest things in the world, from activities to animals, and his style brings you so intimately close with danger that you feel as though you are the person risking his or her life. Afraid to fly? Bring this book on your next flight, and as long as you keep your eyes at least 12 inches away from the pages of this veritable compendium of peril, you'll be safe-you'll see that the skies really are friendly because you're 40,000 feet above the horrible things that can go wrong on the ground. But bring your Valium just incase: This heart-racing book of terror promises to raise your pulse!