This little book has gotten my forensic team through countless tournaments, and is the basis for the senior high research papers on contemporary issues. Each of the fifty topics is clearly organized into "Yes", "No", "Background", and "Outlook" (slightly outdated now that it's 2002). Each side of the argument is divided into 3-6 main points which are in bold print. These are briefly developed with specific facts, examples, etc. The only drawback is that although Starer includes a list of his references, he does not specifically match a fact to a reference. But it is an easy way to see that there are two sides (at least) to every issue. I would love to see a second edition!

This book is exactly what it says it is: A list of lists. Occasionally, the reader is even "treated" to a little tidbit explaining the list.

Between the lack of supplementary material and the sometimes pathetic lists--The "Dynamic Duo" (Batman and Robin) get their own list? and so do the Monopoly properties, as if I couldn't just look at a board--I have to say I was less than impressed.

If you're looking to quiz people with trivia, though, it's not bad, I suppose.