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The Man Who Sent the SOS: A Memoir of Reincarnation and the Titanic
What if your spiritual journey took you back to a voyage aboard the RMS Titanic?
That’s the question faced by Hollywood documentary producer Paul Amirault, who underwent hypnotic past-life regression as part of a research assignment and was unexpectedly transported to a dark night in 1912. There, in the freezing waters of the North Atlantic, he found himself cowering in fear before a massive wall of black steel … as the sinking White Star Liner loomed threateningly over his head.
This bone-chilling experience sparked a 12-year spiritual odyssey for Amirault, who ultimately concluded his “past-life memories” coincided with those of Titanic’s enigmatic First Marconi Officer John ("Jack") Phillips—the man who sent the famous SOS—but who also died with the blood of at least one of Titanic’s victims on his hands.
In his gripping new book, Amirault shares both his, and Phillips,' stories; it's an unforgettable tale of obsession, intertwining lives, and ultimately, the healing power of understanding and love.
That’s the question faced by Hollywood documentary producer Paul Amirault, who underwent hypnotic past-life regression as part of a research assignment and was unexpectedly transported to a dark night in 1912. There, in the freezing waters of the North Atlantic, he found himself cowering in fear before a massive wall of black steel … as the sinking White Star Liner loomed threateningly over his head.
This bone-chilling experience sparked a 12-year spiritual odyssey for Amirault, who ultimately concluded his “past-life memories” coincided with those of Titanic’s enigmatic First Marconi Officer John ("Jack") Phillips—the man who sent the famous SOS—but who also died with the blood of at least one of Titanic’s victims on his hands.
In his gripping new book, Amirault shares both his, and Phillips,' stories; it's an unforgettable tale of obsession, intertwining lives, and ultimately, the healing power of understanding and love.
346 pages, Paperback
Published April 11, 2017
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About the author
Paul Amirault
1 book29 followersPaul Amirault is a television producer, writer, and weekend photographer. During the first twenty-eight years of his career, he has produced, written, or developed more than a hundred hours of TV programming for broadcast and cable networks like ABC, NBC, CBS, the History Channel, A&E, TLC, Lifetime, Bio, and ID (Investigation Discovery). His credits include "Murder Book," "Deadly Wives," "The Amazing Race," "Kids Say the Darndest Things," "Behind Closed Doors with Joan Lunden," and the long-running HGTV home renovation series, "Over Your Head."
His first book, "The Man Who Sent the SOS," chronicles an unusual personal experience.
He's currently working on a second book that continues his spiritual journey.
He lives in West Hollywood, CA.
His first book, "The Man Who Sent the SOS," chronicles an unusual personal experience.
He's currently working on a second book that continues his spiritual journey.
He lives in West Hollywood, CA.
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May 22, 2017
Knowing that Paul Amirault’s book was part memoir and part history lesson, I was eager to get started. I’ve been fascinated with the Titanic for a long time, but I was not prepared for Amirault’s journey. The story is told from both Paul’s and Jack’s view points, making it equally gripping from both sides. It read like a really good novel and I found I could not put it down. I could only imagine what Paul must have felt whenever something new was revealed to him; the fear that must have coursed through him when he realized Jack had very little chance of surviving on that cold night. I’ve experienced past life regression and am a believer, but never took it to the extent our author has. I’m fascinated with the process of learning who you were in a previous life and Paul’s book has convinced me that I need to undergo a few more sessions. This is not a book about religion, nor is it about some crazy new-age theory – this is a book that chronicles one man’s journey into his past and allows him to open up to the reality that he has traveled through life prior to becoming Paul. Paul’s continuing research to learn more about Jack and his eventual demise is to be admired; it could not have been an easy one. I loved this book and will be recommending it to everyone I know. Even if you are not a believer, the story is still well-worth reading.
August 28, 2017
Full disclosure: the author is a dear friend of the family. Supremely honest delve into reincarnation and past lives lived. Loved the "small town, Catholic upbringing" aspects and how far Paul has traveled since then. As my dear Dad would often quote: "There are more things, in Heaven and Earth, Horatio." Glad I saw the Titanic exhibit in Halifax, and the cemetery, before I read this.
February 22, 2020
I absolutely LOVED this book. I love everything about the Titanic, and about past lives, so I wasn't surprised that I would love the story - but what did surprise me was how much it absolutely captivated me. I felt transported as if I was back there, living the story through the main character(s) - present and past. It left me wanting more - as in wanting a sequel.
Truth be told, it had been sitting on my desk for a month after I bought it, because I had no time to read. But one day, I just said to myself, oh just take a look, and then before I knew it, I had read it from beginning to end. I could not put it down. It was heartfelt, poignant, vulnerable and alluring - all the qualities that make up a good book, and a good author. HIGHLY recommended.
Truth be told, it had been sitting on my desk for a month after I bought it, because I had no time to read. But one day, I just said to myself, oh just take a look, and then before I knew it, I had read it from beginning to end. I could not put it down. It was heartfelt, poignant, vulnerable and alluring - all the qualities that make up a good book, and a good author. HIGHLY recommended.
January 10, 2021
Great Read
Paul did a tremendous job of telling Jack’s story with the parallel of his own. I have always felt a past life inkling and now would like to explore more into it fire my own self awareness.
Paul did a tremendous job of telling Jack’s story with the parallel of his own. I have always felt a past life inkling and now would like to explore more into it fire my own self awareness.
October 19, 2017
What a unique read! Author Paul Amirault unfolds a tale of the Titanic you've never heard before. This is the story of just one crew member, the Marconi Officer on board the doomed ship, aka "The Man Who Sent The SOS" But it is also Paul's tale of discovering his past life as that same crew member. Alternating chapters unfold both men's lives in separate eras... and make for a great read.
Yes, this is NON-FICTION!
The chapters set at the start of the 20th century are a wonderful glimpse to a time when the world was expanding quickly - and a young man who was on the cutting edge of the technology that was ushering in a new era - the wireless! The present day chapters unfold the author's chance encounter with past-life regression, his doubts, his experiences, and finally his acceptance.
Whether you believe in past lives or not, this is an eye-opening tale.
Yes, this is NON-FICTION!
The chapters set at the start of the 20th century are a wonderful glimpse to a time when the world was expanding quickly - and a young man who was on the cutting edge of the technology that was ushering in a new era - the wireless! The present day chapters unfold the author's chance encounter with past-life regression, his doubts, his experiences, and finally his acceptance.
Whether you believe in past lives or not, this is an eye-opening tale.
February 18, 2022
A must read!
Fantastic book from the first page. I couldn’t put it down. A personal story of one man”s journey into past lives. Lost of historical and interesting facts regarding theTitanic. Having visited a Titanic memorial myself, it was interesting seeing the story put to life.
Fantastic book from the first page. I couldn’t put it down. A personal story of one man”s journey into past lives. Lost of historical and interesting facts regarding theTitanic. Having visited a Titanic memorial myself, it was interesting seeing the story put to life.
May 29, 2022
Loved it……
April 3, 2021
Rather interesting regardless of your opinion of past lives.
March 25, 2021
Loved this book! Couldn’t put it down and finished in 2 days. Thought provoking and honest account. I loved how the chapters alternated between Paul and Jack’s perspectives/stories.
September 8, 2021
Fascinating topic. Well written and easy to follow. I like historical stories so I appreciated all the detail of Jack's life. Always a plus when I learn something new. Really makes you think about life in general.
April 19, 2022
I really liked this book. It kept my interest from the first page.
September 9, 2024
I was so excited to read this, thinking it was meant to be a true story, but then I come to read it and it a fiction claiming to be real that bordered on offensive. This book makes such claims of a dead young man with no evidence. This books comes of like a fantasy
May 21, 2024
It is very spiritual -based but very interesting!
June 27, 2024
Didn't convince me at all. It was a nice yarn, but just a yarn. Nice try, Mr Amirault.
November 30, 2022
It was interesting.
April 23, 2017
I was gripped by each of the parallel stories in this book. I enjoyed Amirault's journey from skeptic to cautious believer as much as I loved his ultimately thrilling and redemptive tale of the Titanic's doomed radioman. I was unable to put it down once I started. The Man Who Sent The SOS is a very intelligent, passionate and enthralling journey of history, obsession and investigation.
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