"An engaging history, designed for readers hoping to learn from the past to create a better future. Well researched and informative" - Library Journal "[C]leverly droll but chillingly accurate portraits of history's worst. [D]efinitely a worthy purchase for any collection used by folks who like their history told bluntly but embellished with a bit of color." - Booklist MORE PRAISE FOR THE SERIES: A Short History of the World in 50 Failures: "Entertaining overview of monumental mistakes that changed human history." - Publishers Weekly "This captivating compendium of historical failures, oddities, catastrophes, and missed opportunities proves that there is more to history than achievement and progress. Anyone who appreciates history with a bit of spice will read it with great pleasure." - Booklist A Short History of the World in 50 Lies: "Accessible and engaging, this book is sure to inspire readers to take another look at previously accepted historical narratives." - Booklist (starred review) "A timely approach to world history through bite-sized chapters highlighting how the lies and propaganda of the past still impact the present day.

" - School Library Journal "At this moment, when we are in a constant fog of propaganda, political spin, and accusations of fake news, 50 Lies is particularly relevant." - Don Noble's Book Reviews, Alabama Public Radio "[S]hows that the march of truth isn't always unstoppable. Lies have their own power and momentum." - Daily Mail.