The Skeptic's Guide to Global Poverty: Tough Questions Direct Answers

"The Skeptic's Guide to Global Poverty" was a surprisingly quick and easy read; I finished it in about two hours. It really is intended to be a very basic introduction to the idea of poverty and the ways it affects people and people are fighting it. This is not a book meant for serious study of poverty. It glosses over major issues pretty quickly. However, I don't mean that to be a criticism; if you need a book that will simplify the daunting task of even thinking about global poverty seem manageable, this is the book for you. I was especially pleased by the bibliography of books and websites for further reading that was included at the back.

I love these "Skeptic's Guide" books from Dale Bourke. The Skeptic's Guide to the Global AIDS Crisis (Revised Edition)Skeptic's Guide to Global Poverty (The Skeptic's Guide) After reading this book I'm ready to join the conversation about poverty, no longer intimidated by terms I don't understand. The Skeptics Guide to Global Poverty not only educated my mind, it empowered me to make a difference.