Debunked: Unmasking the Truth Behind 101 Common Myths and Misconceptions
by Kris AdkinsPublish: Mar 26, 2025 Series: DebunkedHumorHistoryGeneral Nonfiction
Book Overview
In Debunked: Unmasking the Truth Behind Common Myths and Misconceptions, Kris Adkins takes you on a hilariously enlightening tour through the world of widely believed nonsense. With dry wit and a love for inconvenient facts, Adkins tackles 101 persistent myths—from science and history to food, animals, space, and pop culture.
Did Napoleon have a height complex? Do goldfish really have a 3-second memory? Can peeing on a jellyfish sting save your life? Spoiler: Nope!
Each chapter is packed with myth-busting facts, bite-sized trivia, and sarcastic side-notes that make learning feel like a stand-up show. Whether you're a trivia nerd, a skeptic, or just someone who’s tired of being “that guy” at parties who believed bats are blind, this book is your reality check.
BIOGRAPHY Born and raised in the American Midwest, Kris Adkins is a seasoned tech industry marketing manager whose relentless curiosity began with a childhood question in science class: “Can lightning strike the same place twice?” The answer—a resounding yes—taught him that truth often defies assumptions, igniting a lifelong passion for myth-busting and asking the questions others overlook. A world traveler with interests spanning technology, history, science, food, and languages, he transforms eclectic experiences into stories that challenge common knowledge. Whether unraveling global mysteries or everyday wonders, Kris writes for those unafraid to lean in and ask, “But why?”—proving some questions are always worth repeating.
