A New York Times Bestseller In a full-throttle, high-energy ride through the latest research, popular mythology, and ancient wisdom on mankind''s oldest obsession, Bill Gifford takes readers on a fascinating journey through the science of aging. He reveals why some people live past 100 without even trying, exposes hoaxes and scams foisted upon an aging society, and arms readers with the best possible advice on what to do, what not to do, and what''s in store.