Don't Get Fooled Again, by Richard Wilson

Wilson takes on pseudo-science, political doublespeak, groupthink and denialists - and others - in this readable introduction to scepticism.

This is by no means an in-depth analysis of the topics covered, nor is it a comprehensive coverage of the field. Rather, Wilson exposes us to some of the principles of thinking sceptically, drawing on examples like AIDS denialists, the flawed thinking before and during the Iraq War, and the smoking-cancer controversy.

The points are made by stories and anecdotes, much in the way of a magazine or newspaper, rather than drawing on the science. However, that doesn't make it less valuable. As an introduction to scepticism, and a way to spark an interest in curious laypeople, it does its job well.