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Earth Chronicles #7.75
The Anunnaki Chronicles
An insider’s look into the decades of research behind Zecharia Sitchin’s books as well as an in-depth overview of his theories and discoveries
• Includes carefully selected chapters from the Earth Chronicles series as well as never-before-published letters, articles, and lectures
• Each piece includes an introduction, offering context and insight into Sitchin’s passionate work and revealing the man behind the theories
• Explains the genesis of The 12th Planet , the Anunnaki influences on the Sumerian civilization, the orbit of Nibiru, the prehistory of the Americas, the extraterrestrial origins of modern man, and much more
What if the tales from the Old Testament and other ancient writings, such as those from Sumer, Babylon, Egypt, and Greece, were not myths or allegory but accounts of actual historical events? Known for his ability to read and interpret ancient Sumerian and Akkadian clay tablets, Zecharia Sitchin (1920-2010) took the words of our most ancient ancestors as fact and, through decades of meticulous research, showed that they revealed a coherent narrative about the true origins of humanity and civilization. Drawing both widespread interest and criticism, his Earth Chronicles series of books, beginning with The 12th Planet , detailed how humanity arose after the arrival of the Anunnaki (“those who from Heaven to Earth came”), alien “gods” who created modern man in their own image and imparted gifts of civilizing knowledge.
Providing an insider’s look into the decades of research behind Zecharia Sitchin’s complete works as well as an in-depth overview of his theories, this collection includes carefully selected chapters from the Earth Chronicles series as well as never-before-published letters, articles, and lectures. We learn about the genesis of The 12th Planet in “The Book as a Story,” the Sumerians and their Anunnaki influences in “The Sudden Civilization,” the orbit of Nibiru in “UFOs, Pyramids, and the 12th Planet,” the prehistory of the Americas in “Cities Lost and Found,” the extraterrestrial origins of modern man in “The Cosmic Connection--DNA,” and much more. We get to read never-before-published lectures, culled from Sitchin’s decades of presentations, as well as the article that spurred the writing of There Were Giants Upon the Earth .
Each piece includes an introduction by Sitchin’s niece, offering context and insight into Sitchin’s passionate work. These introductions reveal the man behind the theories, a world traveler known for his scholarship, dry humor, and precisely chosen words. If his theories are true, as Sitchin wholeheartedly believed, then this collection presents some of the most important knowledge we have of our origins and future.
• Includes carefully selected chapters from the Earth Chronicles series as well as never-before-published letters, articles, and lectures
• Each piece includes an introduction, offering context and insight into Sitchin’s passionate work and revealing the man behind the theories
• Explains the genesis of The 12th Planet , the Anunnaki influences on the Sumerian civilization, the orbit of Nibiru, the prehistory of the Americas, the extraterrestrial origins of modern man, and much more
What if the tales from the Old Testament and other ancient writings, such as those from Sumer, Babylon, Egypt, and Greece, were not myths or allegory but accounts of actual historical events? Known for his ability to read and interpret ancient Sumerian and Akkadian clay tablets, Zecharia Sitchin (1920-2010) took the words of our most ancient ancestors as fact and, through decades of meticulous research, showed that they revealed a coherent narrative about the true origins of humanity and civilization. Drawing both widespread interest and criticism, his Earth Chronicles series of books, beginning with The 12th Planet , detailed how humanity arose after the arrival of the Anunnaki (“those who from Heaven to Earth came”), alien “gods” who created modern man in their own image and imparted gifts of civilizing knowledge.
Providing an insider’s look into the decades of research behind Zecharia Sitchin’s complete works as well as an in-depth overview of his theories, this collection includes carefully selected chapters from the Earth Chronicles series as well as never-before-published letters, articles, and lectures. We learn about the genesis of The 12th Planet in “The Book as a Story,” the Sumerians and their Anunnaki influences in “The Sudden Civilization,” the orbit of Nibiru in “UFOs, Pyramids, and the 12th Planet,” the prehistory of the Americas in “Cities Lost and Found,” the extraterrestrial origins of modern man in “The Cosmic Connection--DNA,” and much more. We get to read never-before-published lectures, culled from Sitchin’s decades of presentations, as well as the article that spurred the writing of There Were Giants Upon the Earth .
Each piece includes an introduction by Sitchin’s niece, offering context and insight into Sitchin’s passionate work. These introductions reveal the man behind the theories, a world traveler known for his scholarship, dry humor, and precisely chosen words. If his theories are true, as Sitchin wholeheartedly believed, then this collection presents some of the most important knowledge we have of our origins and future.
384 pages, Hardcover
First published September 17, 2015
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About the author
Zecharia Sitchin
193 books778 followersSitchin was born in Baku, Azerbaijan, and was raised in Palestine. He acquired knowledge of modern and ancient Hebrew, other Semitic and European languages, the Torah, and the history and archeology of the Near East.
He was one of the few scholars able to read and interpret ancient Sumerian and Akkadian clay tablets.
Sitchin graduated from the London School of Economics, University of London, majoring in economic history.
A journalist and editor in Israel for many years. His books have been widely translated, converted to braille for the blind, and featured on radio and television.
He was one of the few scholars able to read and interpret ancient Sumerian and Akkadian clay tablets.
Sitchin graduated from the London School of Economics, University of London, majoring in economic history.
A journalist and editor in Israel for many years. His books have been widely translated, converted to braille for the blind, and featured on radio and television.
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February 3, 2017
I bought this book as a primer on Sitchin's work, not wanting to invest the requisite time in the entire Earth Chronicles series in order to understand his cosmogony. On this front, I was not disappointed. While the book could be organized slightly better, it provides a thorough overview of Sitchin's beliefs, including excerpts from several of his books, lectures, and letters to newspapers. I walked away feeling like I really "got" his point of view, though it took until maybe halfway through the book to be able to keep the names and associations straight. I highly recommend having some basic knowledge of Egyptian mythology, the Old Testament, and Sumerian mythology (NOT credited to Sitchin -- be careful!) before tackling this book, but it's not necessary. Now, as for whether Sitchin is correct or not... it's not my place to tell you what to believe, but my personal opinion is no. I think he's convincing and at least somewhat earnest, but much of his evidence is shaky at best. That said, the book is entertaining and I appreciate his well-constructed paradigm. I would recommend it to a friend, and possibly even revisit it in the future. I may even check out some of his other books due to the quality of the material here, and have already started doing some more research from academic sources due to the curiosity he inspired in me on specific topics.
BUT -- and it's a big but -- for those of you who have read the Earth Chronicles, I don't think this one is worth your money. The lectures are not so different from his published writing that they would enhance your understanding of his work. If you are a die-hard fan, though, it's a nice volume to own. And if you're in the same place I was -- curious about Sitchin's writings, but not sure you're ready to fully commit -- I highly recommend it. Whether you're a UFO fanatic, Ancient Aliens fan, or just a conspiracy nut, this book has something to offer. Just remember to read critically.
BUT -- and it's a big but -- for those of you who have read the Earth Chronicles, I don't think this one is worth your money. The lectures are not so different from his published writing that they would enhance your understanding of his work. If you are a die-hard fan, though, it's a nice volume to own. And if you're in the same place I was -- curious about Sitchin's writings, but not sure you're ready to fully commit -- I highly recommend it. Whether you're a UFO fanatic, Ancient Aliens fan, or just a conspiracy nut, this book has something to offer. Just remember to read critically.
December 12, 2017
Janet Sitchin’s The Anunnaki Chronicles is an awesome inclusion to the library of all Zecharia Sitchin fans. If you have not read her uncle’s works, this is a great start. Ms. Sitchin provides a fantastic summary of her uncle’s life work in 375 pages. This book covers the major events in those ancient times such as the 12th Planet, the Anunnaki arrival on Earth, the first cities, the mutiny, the creation of man, the deluge, and the first nuclear calamity on the Sinai Peninsula in 2024 B.C. In addition, the book provides expanded material which includes speeches her uncle provided at various lectures and conferences. Upon the completion of the Earth Chronicles series, the reader is left wondering who the biblical God Yahweh was. Janet Sitchin’s, The Anunnaki Chronicles dedicates a whole chapter to the answering of that question. A sensational overview of providing the reader answers to whom the Anunnaki were, why they came here, and why they may someday return as the biblical prophecies hint.
I recommend reading this book with an open-mind and let go of any tendencies to search for, interpret, favor, and recall information in a way that confirms one’s preexisting beliefs or hypotheses –confirmation bias.
I recommend reading this book with an open-mind and let go of any tendencies to search for, interpret, favor, and recall information in a way that confirms one’s preexisting beliefs or hypotheses –confirmation bias.
July 22, 2018
Excellent summary of Stichen's ancient alien findings in Sumerian text.
September 25, 2023
If you ever find ancient history interesting, this book must be on your readlist. So many real answers to why things are depicted as they are in the "modern" history books. Zecharia shows you the originals and translates to the real meaning if things backed by science.
March 22, 2016
Sitchin's historical knowledge is impressive and his writing and speaking styles are entertaining, concise and informative. Then his theories get "out there." He makes you want to believe but really, I need the empirical evidence attached; the actual texts he references, translated and categorized would be good. No? Then it's a huge, vast stretch to believability. Having said that, news of a distant newly discovered planet adds more intriguing possibilities to the author's view of the universe.
March 7, 2016
Gives you a great respect for Archeology. The book uses archeology to verify the progression of mankind, our god or gods, where we came from and where the future may take us !? Very Interesting!
May 15, 2016
THIS BOOK THIS IS THE BOOK.
ALIENS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
ALIENS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
February 10, 2018
He certainly had some interesting views of the universe and particularly of this planet.
December 28, 2024
The Anunnaki Chronicles by Zecharia Sitchin is a seminal work that explores the intersection of ancient mythology and extraterrestrial influence on human origins. This compilation presents pivotal chapters from Sitchin's Earth Chronicles series alongside unpublished writings, providing a holistic perspective on his theories.
The book is noted for its rigorous critique of established historical narratives, challenging conventional views with detailed analysis. It delves into topics such as the Anunnaki's role in shaping early civilizations and the potential extraterrestrial genesis of humanity, combining archaeological evidence with mythological interpretation.
Book has clarity and depth of the arguments, describing the text as both intellectually stimulating and accessible. The narrative engages with complex ideas in a manner that is both comprehensive and thought-provoking, offering a compelling re-evaluation of humanity's past.
This volume is an essential resource for those seeking to understand alternative perspectives on history, presenting a fusion of scholarly inquiry and imaginative theory in a concise and captivating manner.
The book is noted for its rigorous critique of established historical narratives, challenging conventional views with detailed analysis. It delves into topics such as the Anunnaki's role in shaping early civilizations and the potential extraterrestrial genesis of humanity, combining archaeological evidence with mythological interpretation.
Book has clarity and depth of the arguments, describing the text as both intellectually stimulating and accessible. The narrative engages with complex ideas in a manner that is both comprehensive and thought-provoking, offering a compelling re-evaluation of humanity's past.
This volume is an essential resource for those seeking to understand alternative perspectives on history, presenting a fusion of scholarly inquiry and imaginative theory in a concise and captivating manner.
March 29, 2021
I haven’t read many non-fiction books in recent years but my partner has been wanting me to read this one so I finally picked it up. While some of it can be dense, I found it fascinating. I come from a Christian background and I found the theories on god, “evolution”, aliens and ancient Sumerians quite compelling. If you’ve ever questioned how evolution and science can coexist with god and the book of genesis I think this might interest you. It brings up the issue of the English translation of the Bible and how people view ancient texts as myths instead of our history. Reasons why the pyramids were built and what they could have been used for. Ancient societies and how advanced they were, and how the same “myths” have ended up in nearly every culture all around the world. There are people that are critical of Sitchin’s translations and his views but I feel like this has opened my mind to more possibilities and makes me feel more spiritual than ever. I want to continue reading books on this topic but this was a great introduction.
March 13, 2020
I was fascinated to read this book as I'd heard that the film was shelved because of some huge cover up over the content being too controversial–rocking the worlds religions etc. Well, if anything I thought it corroborated the bible account with secular accounts from Babylon, Sumer and south America. The author is Zecharia Sitchin's niece and the idea was to condense the ideas in all Sitchins books into one volume, but on the whole I found it barely touched on anything and I felt the post script summed up the book and I would have been better off going straight there.
If you're into history and ancient alien theories (of with I believe Sitchin to be the first and the one all the others refer to) then this is for you. Sitchin was a bible scholar and expert in ancient languages and from this point of view, if you were going to read anything on the subject, he is the authority. However, I suggest you read all of the original books rather than this taster version.
If you're into history and ancient alien theories (of with I believe Sitchin to be the first and the one all the others refer to) then this is for you. Sitchin was a bible scholar and expert in ancient languages and from this point of view, if you were going to read anything on the subject, he is the authority. However, I suggest you read all of the original books rather than this taster version.
July 14, 2020
Seriously? Or hot times in ancient Sumeria.
Someone hopped onto the Von Däniken band wagon. Ancient aliens. Sold millions of books. Whatever works. He’s passed away. And now someone else is promoting them.
In his books the focus ( or spin ) is on the ancient Sumerians. At least initially. It quickly broadens to everyone and everywhere else. It’s actually moderately entertaining as science fiction. Who knows it might even be true. But the book is full of so many stunningly stupid inaccuracies that it has no credibility.
For example there is a suggestion that the fact that Inca is an anagram of Cain might be evidence for a connection between Mesopotamian and meso-American cultures. Seriously!?
Someone hopped onto the Von Däniken band wagon. Ancient aliens. Sold millions of books. Whatever works. He’s passed away. And now someone else is promoting them.
In his books the focus ( or spin ) is on the ancient Sumerians. At least initially. It quickly broadens to everyone and everywhere else. It’s actually moderately entertaining as science fiction. Who knows it might even be true. But the book is full of so many stunningly stupid inaccuracies that it has no credibility.
For example there is a suggestion that the fact that Inca is an anagram of Cain might be evidence for a connection between Mesopotamian and meso-American cultures. Seriously!?
August 23, 2024
outstanding theses!!
Remarkable and outstanding theses regarding the possibility of ufos and the reference to their presence through out the Bible, antique mythologies from the Sumerian, the Egyptians, the Greeks, the Olmecs, Mayan, Aztecs and the different Andean cultures of what is today Peru and Bolivia.
It makes a compelling case worth studying and discussing.
Takes into account representations of space travelers and winged men from ancient monuments from all over the world.
Remarkable and outstanding theses regarding the possibility of ufos and the reference to their presence through out the Bible, antique mythologies from the Sumerian, the Egyptians, the Greeks, the Olmecs, Mayan, Aztecs and the different Andean cultures of what is today Peru and Bolivia.
It makes a compelling case worth studying and discussing.
Takes into account representations of space travelers and winged men from ancient monuments from all over the world.
November 15, 2020
I've wanted to read this book for a long time, and I do not regret doing so a single bit. I'd never heard of Sitchin or any of his other works before coming across this one. It seems to refer the reader to other books for details on quite a few topics. Eventually I might get around to reading them all.
It's definitely a fascinating theory! Definitely not destined for my "I'd recommend it to anyone" list, but for anyone interested in history, ufos, conspiracy theories, it's a great read.
It's definitely a fascinating theory! Definitely not destined for my "I'd recommend it to anyone" list, but for anyone interested in history, ufos, conspiracy theories, it's a great read.
June 17, 2022
Absolutely love Sitchin! He has uncovered secrets that have been lost to time and hidden by man. Spot on in his theories and presented in a scholarly format. R.I.P. Sitchin, you are correct sir! May we all strive to pick up your torch and carry on the work you have begun to uncover.
August 30, 2025
Audible For a honest review in my own words . wow this was so interesting . the knowledge and educational information you will definitely enjoy . I wish I could of seen the PDF's so ill be getting a paper book too.
September 17, 2019
Interesting theory with some merit, but extremely shaky evidence.
November 10, 2021
Surprisingly interesting. Not a fan of the writing style, but the information is very intriguing and makes you wonder. I enjoyed the read and am looking forward to dealing into others.
March 24, 2023
El padre de la Ovnilogia nos revela los secretos ancestrales y el origen de nuestra raza. Creer solo dependerá de ti. Las pruebas ya están.
September 30, 2024
good amount of knowledge, but still a fairy tale if you consider anunnakis as creator of humans...
October 3, 2024
A deep dig into archeology and ancient civilizations and their deities. I dug it!
December 24, 2015
Yahoo News took time off from giving free publicity for STAR WARS to mention that scientists (isn't that a bit of a broad term?) discovered a new planet that they referred to as a Super Earth in our solar system. This was on Dec. 11 of this year and this statement received a lot of negative reactions in mails. One reaction was that this planet could not be in our solar system but might be in our galaxy.
Another reaction mentioned the planet Nibiru or Planet X . . . but in a pejorative manner. He hoped that the Nibiru label would be quickly removed in order that the "True Believers" [quotes were his] would shut up. Since I was reading THE ANUNNAKI CHRONICLES at the time, I perked up. Zecharia Sitchin had been discussing Nirbiru in his articles and lectures compiled by his niece on the planet Nibiru (a "Planet of the Crossing"according to the ancient Sumerians) as well as the alien race the Anunnaki. Curiously, when I returned to the article about the Super Earth to read it again in its entirety, I discovered that it no longer existed. Someone had pulled it down. I still have the image of the planet on my Facebook timeline because I had saved it from Yahoo, but the article giving the details no longer exists. Why?
Had I also not heard respected journalist/researcher Texas journalist Jim Marrs mention Nibiru, I might not have taken THE ANUNNAKI CHRONICLES: A ZECHARIA SITCHIN READER so seriously. Marrs is a scholarly journalist who provides notes and bibliographies to back up his findings, and Sitchin is a learned scholar who was evidently cut from the same cloth -- no sensationalized ideas were used to bilk the public, only actual evidence to support theories. I had also written reviews for GOODREADS on books about UFO sightings and government cover-ups, and while reading Sitchin's reader, I happened to watch an alien abduction film THE FOURTH KIND. Near the end of that film, we hear a tape of an alien's voice that sounds like Sumerian -- "the Holy Grail of dead languages," an expert in the film remarks.
Janet Sitchin, Zecharia's niece, introduces and edits this tome -- a worthwhile edition, as another reviewer wrote, to one's personal library connection. Included here are unpublished articles, selections from chapters of his books, lectures, and letters to the NY Times. Her introductions to each section are often as interesting, if much briefer, than the articles themselves. His niece, a data-integration expert, is clearly no slouch in the intellect department herself. One thing she emphasizes about her uncle is the seriousness of his endeavors: he draws upon material in its original language (such as Hebrew) and does not only rely on translations that might be inaccurate. One thing he points out is that more professionals would be willing to support his claims and discoveries were it not for the fear that their careers would be in danger. Those of us who follow UFO sightings and learn about many government cover-ups should not be surprised at this.
One question he poses regards how an ancient culture like the Sumerians could be become so advanced almost overnight unless they were influenced by visitors from space. As we have seen on the excellent program ANCIENT ALIENS, gods of different cultures might well be aliens who had superior knowledge and abilities -- technological or otherwise. The Sumerian pantheon of gods was headed by an Olympian Circle of 12, according to Sitchin, and to them our solar system had 12 members, not 9 as we believe. The Anunnaki (the giants on the Earth who had sex with mortal women and created offspring) were reportedly from the planet Nibiru. A moon of Nibiru had struck the plant Tiamat (named for a Sumerian god) and shattered it, creating the asteroid belt and even our planet Earth. Tiamat's moon Kingu became our moon.
"Sumerians . . ." writes Sitchin, "drew pictures of the aerial vehicles of the Anunnaki," ". . . a name from which the Book Genesis borrowed to create the term Anakim in the Bible. They were the Suns of the Gods who had married the daughters of Man on the eve of the Deluge; they were the Nefilim"(300-301). He shows an impression made by a cylinder seal on wet clay, an image that includes seven dots to represent Earth (Earth was the seventh planet to the Anunnaki) and six dots angles of another image which could represent Mars, the sixth planet.
Whether you are a believer in UFOs, which I was before I ever read Sitchin, or a lover of mythology, which I used to teach in China as well as in the US, you will find Sitchin fascinating and informative reading. You might want to read his other, well-known books before reading this one, instead of approaching Sitchin backwards as I did. However you become acquainted with Sitchin, I recommend that you do so.
Another reaction mentioned the planet Nibiru or Planet X . . . but in a pejorative manner. He hoped that the Nibiru label would be quickly removed in order that the "True Believers" [quotes were his] would shut up. Since I was reading THE ANUNNAKI CHRONICLES at the time, I perked up. Zecharia Sitchin had been discussing Nirbiru in his articles and lectures compiled by his niece on the planet Nibiru (a "Planet of the Crossing"according to the ancient Sumerians) as well as the alien race the Anunnaki. Curiously, when I returned to the article about the Super Earth to read it again in its entirety, I discovered that it no longer existed. Someone had pulled it down. I still have the image of the planet on my Facebook timeline because I had saved it from Yahoo, but the article giving the details no longer exists. Why?
Had I also not heard respected journalist/researcher Texas journalist Jim Marrs mention Nibiru, I might not have taken THE ANUNNAKI CHRONICLES: A ZECHARIA SITCHIN READER so seriously. Marrs is a scholarly journalist who provides notes and bibliographies to back up his findings, and Sitchin is a learned scholar who was evidently cut from the same cloth -- no sensationalized ideas were used to bilk the public, only actual evidence to support theories. I had also written reviews for GOODREADS on books about UFO sightings and government cover-ups, and while reading Sitchin's reader, I happened to watch an alien abduction film THE FOURTH KIND. Near the end of that film, we hear a tape of an alien's voice that sounds like Sumerian -- "the Holy Grail of dead languages," an expert in the film remarks.
Janet Sitchin, Zecharia's niece, introduces and edits this tome -- a worthwhile edition, as another reviewer wrote, to one's personal library connection. Included here are unpublished articles, selections from chapters of his books, lectures, and letters to the NY Times. Her introductions to each section are often as interesting, if much briefer, than the articles themselves. His niece, a data-integration expert, is clearly no slouch in the intellect department herself. One thing she emphasizes about her uncle is the seriousness of his endeavors: he draws upon material in its original language (such as Hebrew) and does not only rely on translations that might be inaccurate. One thing he points out is that more professionals would be willing to support his claims and discoveries were it not for the fear that their careers would be in danger. Those of us who follow UFO sightings and learn about many government cover-ups should not be surprised at this.
One question he poses regards how an ancient culture like the Sumerians could be become so advanced almost overnight unless they were influenced by visitors from space. As we have seen on the excellent program ANCIENT ALIENS, gods of different cultures might well be aliens who had superior knowledge and abilities -- technological or otherwise. The Sumerian pantheon of gods was headed by an Olympian Circle of 12, according to Sitchin, and to them our solar system had 12 members, not 9 as we believe. The Anunnaki (the giants on the Earth who had sex with mortal women and created offspring) were reportedly from the planet Nibiru. A moon of Nibiru had struck the plant Tiamat (named for a Sumerian god) and shattered it, creating the asteroid belt and even our planet Earth. Tiamat's moon Kingu became our moon.
"Sumerians . . ." writes Sitchin, "drew pictures of the aerial vehicles of the Anunnaki," ". . . a name from which the Book Genesis borrowed to create the term Anakim in the Bible. They were the Suns of the Gods who had married the daughters of Man on the eve of the Deluge; they were the Nefilim"(300-301). He shows an impression made by a cylinder seal on wet clay, an image that includes seven dots to represent Earth (Earth was the seventh planet to the Anunnaki) and six dots angles of another image which could represent Mars, the sixth planet.
Whether you are a believer in UFOs, which I was before I ever read Sitchin, or a lover of mythology, which I used to teach in China as well as in the US, you will find Sitchin fascinating and informative reading. You might want to read his other, well-known books before reading this one, instead of approaching Sitchin backwards as I did. However you become acquainted with Sitchin, I recommend that you do so.
February 21, 2025
Stchin is a great writer.
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