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Forbidden History: Prehistoric Technologies, Extraterrestrial Intervention, and the Suppressed Origins of Civilization
Challenges the scientific theories on the establishment of civilization and technology
• Contains 42 essays by 17 key thinkers in the fields of alternative science and history, including Christopher Dunn, Frank Joseph, Will Hart, Rand Flem-Ath, and Moira Timms
• Edited by Atlantis Rising publisher, J. Douglas Kenyon
In Forbidden History writer and editor J. Douglas Kenyon has chosen 42 essays that have appeared in the bimonthly journal Atlantis Rising to provide readers with an overview of the core positions of key thinkers in the field of ancient mysteries and alternative history. The 17 contributors include among others, Rand Flem-Ath, Frank Joseph, Christopher Dunn, and Will Hart, all of whom challenge the scientific establishment to reexamine its underlying premises in understanding ancient civilizations and open up to the possibility of meaningful debate around alternative theories of humanity's true past.
Each of the essays builds upon the work of the other contributors. Kenyon has carefully crafted his vision and selected writings in six areas: Darwinism Under Fire, Earth Changes--Sudden or Gradual, Civilization's Greater Antiquity, Ancestors from Space, Ancient High Tech, and The Search for Lost Origins. He explores the most current ideas in the Atlantis debate, the origins of the Pyramids, and many other controversial themes.
The book serves as an excellent introduction to hitherto suppressed and alternative accounts of history as contributors raise questions about the origins of civilization and humanity, catastrophism, and ancient technology. The collection also includes several articles that introduce, compare, contrast, and complement the theories of other notable authors in these fields, such as Zecharia Sitchin, Paul LaViolette, John Michell, and John Anthony West.
• Contains 42 essays by 17 key thinkers in the fields of alternative science and history, including Christopher Dunn, Frank Joseph, Will Hart, Rand Flem-Ath, and Moira Timms
• Edited by Atlantis Rising publisher, J. Douglas Kenyon
In Forbidden History writer and editor J. Douglas Kenyon has chosen 42 essays that have appeared in the bimonthly journal Atlantis Rising to provide readers with an overview of the core positions of key thinkers in the field of ancient mysteries and alternative history. The 17 contributors include among others, Rand Flem-Ath, Frank Joseph, Christopher Dunn, and Will Hart, all of whom challenge the scientific establishment to reexamine its underlying premises in understanding ancient civilizations and open up to the possibility of meaningful debate around alternative theories of humanity's true past.
Each of the essays builds upon the work of the other contributors. Kenyon has carefully crafted his vision and selected writings in six areas: Darwinism Under Fire, Earth Changes--Sudden or Gradual, Civilization's Greater Antiquity, Ancestors from Space, Ancient High Tech, and The Search for Lost Origins. He explores the most current ideas in the Atlantis debate, the origins of the Pyramids, and many other controversial themes.
The book serves as an excellent introduction to hitherto suppressed and alternative accounts of history as contributors raise questions about the origins of civilization and humanity, catastrophism, and ancient technology. The collection also includes several articles that introduce, compare, contrast, and complement the theories of other notable authors in these fields, such as Zecharia Sitchin, Paul LaViolette, John Michell, and John Anthony West.
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March 12, 2014
This Quiver full of Arrows presents a flavor of the entire gamut of the current thinking of the subject of alternative history..a kind of ‘big picture’..a summary without having to read so many different books to get an overall idea.
Another good thing about the book is that its references to other interesting books. Some sections like “New Models to Ponder” are quite mind-blowing, where we get introduced to the likes of Zecharia Sitchin, Richard Hoagland, and Paul LaViolette . Sitchin’s “12th Planet” definitely looks an excellent path to follow up further. The in-between chapters written by editor Kenyon & also those by David Lewis are particularly clear & refreshing.
However, having already read Hancock’s “ Fingerprints of the Gods”, “Underworld”, and Dunn’s “ Giza Power Plant” before, certain sections of the material may seem somewhat repetitive, particularly those by Dunn.. However, if this collection is the first book being read on the subject, few of the concepts may seem bit tough to follow without clear maps , photos or pictures.
In short, the essence is as below:
The evolution of mankind from the apes as predicted by Darwin in 1859 via “survival of the fittest” theory face stringent scientific scrutiny today because of the absence of any transitional fossils co-relating that of the evolution of either man from ape, or that of the flowering plants from non-flowering plants. At the same time, creation of the universe nearly 6000 years back in 6 days, as told by the Bible, face hurdles in the form of historical evidence of human existence at least upto 30,000 BC. If it is neither “evolution”, nor , “creation”, then what is the history of human race?
The book picks up India , Egypt & the Mayan civilization of Central America to contextualize the question of antiquity of mankind. The underwater city off Western India pushes the dates back to 9000BC by radio-carbon dating. The now submerged landmass, south of India called Kumari Kandam is cited to be staggeringly old at 30,000BC. The Spynx can easily be credited with a two-stage construction, where only the new construction can be dated back to 2500BC, whereas the original structure may easily be traced back to 10,000BC. The Pyramids , as Hancock proposes, has been built as a mirror image of the Orion constellation & the Sphynx a representation of the Leo constellation of 10500 BC, indicating the antiquity of their construction. And that the Mayan civilization was not a mere Stone Age culture, they were a society that possibly built bridges and roadways ( O’Kean, page 120), understood the concept of zero, the precession cycle, an precise calendar system spanning thousands of years, and their stone-building technology is unsurpassed till date even with our modern technologies.
And, when it comes to the antiquity of mankind, how can we ignore Atlantis & Lemuria. First narrated by Plato in 360BC in “Timaeus” and “Critias” as a vast island, Atlantis was some sort of a gateway to the whole “opposite continent”. Some 9000 years ago, Plato writes, Atlantis started an unprovoked war against all of Asia and Europe, including Athens, and at the end, the Greeks were victorious. However, immediately afterwards, there was violent earthquakes and floods, and the island of Atlantis disappeared in the depth of the sea in a single day and night of misfortune. According to the Great Solon of Greece, Atlantis existed at the beginning of time, ruled by God Poseidon(Neptune) as a law-abiding, peaceful and prosperous land. However, after Poseidon, the rulers and people there forgot all morality and law-lessness prevailed. Lord Zeus wanted to teach the Atalanteans a lesson and rest is, as they say, history . Was this a mere parable re- told by Plato to Socrates.. no one can be sure. Was the Atlantis somewhere situated in the Atlantic Ocean & the opposite continent referred to, is the Americas; was it somewhere near the Sweden; was it in Aegean Sea near Crete and Santorini; was it the now submerged Kumari Kandan of Ramayan times that extended all the way to present day Maldives in the Indian Ocean; was it the newly discovered underwater city Yonaguni off Okinawa in Japan; or was it the ancient landmass of Sunda Shelf that covered the present geographies of Malaysia & Indonesia.. or finally, was the great land of Atlantis the same land that now lies ice covered and position-shifted in Antarctica by sudden crustal displacement that took place somewhere in 10500BC..
And, apart from the ancient’s amazing precision engineering skills, their stupendous astronomical knowledge & unsurpassed masonry and building technology, how advanced the ancients were? And, who else, but Chris Dunn stands up to explain away in almost a third of the book, in an apparent re-run of his best seller “Giza Power Plant”. Dunn explains that the Pyramids were power plants of the ancients for generation of wireless energy produced by converting the microwave energy bombarding the earth continually to output beams of wireless energy. The pyramid worked as a three stage microwave amplifier, with the earth’s fundamental mechanical hum as the input, converted to acoustic energy in the grand gallery & fed to the quartile King’s Chamber and the five overhead beams ,causing it to oscillate and causing piezo-electric effect to interact on the hydrogen gas produced in the Queen’s chamber, and on the input microwave energy in the sarcophagus of King’s Chamber.
The cause of the end of the ancient world is theorized by some and disputed by many. Is it the “sudden” crustal displacement theory or polar-wandering, where the thin layer of ground slips over and shifts position abruptly over the central core of the planet- just like a lose cover of an Orange can move over the inside , the theory acknowledged by none less than Einstein & credited to Hapgood and made popular in the ‘Fingerprints of the Gods’ by Hancock? Or, was it the numerous bolides ( asteroids, meteorites and comets) impacting the earth..as agreed by Schoch? LaViolette provides evidence of a galactic super-wave caused by an explosion in the Galactic Core , that caused the interstellar electrical influence to force down the asteroids etc against the solar wind resulting in an inter-planetary Cataclysm; and that this explosion is a cyclic event every 26000 years at completion of each precessional zodiac cycle. Another bombshell of a theory put forward by Velikovsky is that Venus was ejected from the body of Jupiter in the form of a long-tailed comet and coming close to earth, it caused electromagnetic and electrostatic forces to set in the destruction on a global scale. Taking the theory of Velikovsky’s theory further up, Talbott and Thornhill propose that in the ancient times, earth was tantalizingly close with Jupiter, Saturn, Mars and Venus in a co-linear configuration , and there was no moon. The mythical references to Wars of Gods, they say, are not fiction. The massive craters on Moon & the Mars are possible, they theorize, not with floods or with lava, but only with electric arcs from massive thunderbolts.
Few interesting theories include: The Global Flood might have been caused by the oceans of the Moon attracted by the still hot earth’s gravitation forces on the relatively cooler Moon ( Peter Boos, page 51). That the mysterious crop circles are not of human origin. The ancients might have used music or work-songs to levitate heavy material while building the megalithic structures (page 134). The pulsars or pulsating stars, may be light house type beacons installed by ETs at various nebula to highlight the Galactic explosion sites. And, as postulated by Rand Flem-Ath, tens of sacred sites such as the Street of the Dead and other Central American structures, and the Sumerian ziggurat & Jerusalem’s wailing wall, all were aligned to the pre-crustal displacement Polar North , which now lies at Hudson Bay. That the Easter Island at 140 degrees west of Giza, Teotihuacan at 130 degrees, Chichen Itza at 120 degrees, Quito –capital of Inca empire- at 110 degrees, Gateway to Sun at Tiahuanaco at 100 degrees west to the Giza , can not be mere coincidence. Similarly ,to the East, Ur Ziggurat at 15 degrees east of Giza , and Lhasa at 60 degrees east of Giza, indicates all these pre-Ice Age global sacred sites are geological markers constructed by Atlanteans as a means to re-calibrate the earth before a possible crustal displacement cataclysm as part of their investigations. And, that the Shard on the Lunar surface , and ‘Cydonian Face’ on Mars are artificial structures created by ETs, as the Shard seems a remnant of a tall artificial structure made of crystals and glass-like reflective material & the Face seemed like Martian Pyramids.
Finally, taking the whole cosmos to a spiritual realm of Paramhans Yoganand and others, David Bohm describes that it is not just the duality of particle, nor it is the uncertainty of observation as postulated by Heisenberg, there seems to be an intelligence and inter-connectedness in the particles and in the whole cosmos. Two sub-atomic particles that have once interacted can still influence each other even after thousands of years, and even if light years apart. The whole cosmos is interconnected, it is as if all matter and non-matter are holographic projections borne out of the interaction of electromagnetic, and other fields. This holomovement is extended to a multi-dimensional reality, and we live not in a universe, but a multiverse. So, the fundamental unit of reality is not particle, but a quanta of intelligent energy in a continuous field. The whole creation, therefore, is a closed loop of three things - consciousness , information , and the continuous flux of animate and non-animate matter . The holomovement continuously enfolds and unfolds in an infitely-dimensioned multiverse.
Another good thing about the book is that its references to other interesting books. Some sections like “New Models to Ponder” are quite mind-blowing, where we get introduced to the likes of Zecharia Sitchin, Richard Hoagland, and Paul LaViolette . Sitchin’s “12th Planet” definitely looks an excellent path to follow up further. The in-between chapters written by editor Kenyon & also those by David Lewis are particularly clear & refreshing.
However, having already read Hancock’s “ Fingerprints of the Gods”, “Underworld”, and Dunn’s “ Giza Power Plant” before, certain sections of the material may seem somewhat repetitive, particularly those by Dunn.. However, if this collection is the first book being read on the subject, few of the concepts may seem bit tough to follow without clear maps , photos or pictures.
In short, the essence is as below:
The evolution of mankind from the apes as predicted by Darwin in 1859 via “survival of the fittest” theory face stringent scientific scrutiny today because of the absence of any transitional fossils co-relating that of the evolution of either man from ape, or that of the flowering plants from non-flowering plants. At the same time, creation of the universe nearly 6000 years back in 6 days, as told by the Bible, face hurdles in the form of historical evidence of human existence at least upto 30,000 BC. If it is neither “evolution”, nor , “creation”, then what is the history of human race?
The book picks up India , Egypt & the Mayan civilization of Central America to contextualize the question of antiquity of mankind. The underwater city off Western India pushes the dates back to 9000BC by radio-carbon dating. The now submerged landmass, south of India called Kumari Kandam is cited to be staggeringly old at 30,000BC. The Spynx can easily be credited with a two-stage construction, where only the new construction can be dated back to 2500BC, whereas the original structure may easily be traced back to 10,000BC. The Pyramids , as Hancock proposes, has been built as a mirror image of the Orion constellation & the Sphynx a representation of the Leo constellation of 10500 BC, indicating the antiquity of their construction. And that the Mayan civilization was not a mere Stone Age culture, they were a society that possibly built bridges and roadways ( O’Kean, page 120), understood the concept of zero, the precession cycle, an precise calendar system spanning thousands of years, and their stone-building technology is unsurpassed till date even with our modern technologies.
And, when it comes to the antiquity of mankind, how can we ignore Atlantis & Lemuria. First narrated by Plato in 360BC in “Timaeus” and “Critias” as a vast island, Atlantis was some sort of a gateway to the whole “opposite continent”. Some 9000 years ago, Plato writes, Atlantis started an unprovoked war against all of Asia and Europe, including Athens, and at the end, the Greeks were victorious. However, immediately afterwards, there was violent earthquakes and floods, and the island of Atlantis disappeared in the depth of the sea in a single day and night of misfortune. According to the Great Solon of Greece, Atlantis existed at the beginning of time, ruled by God Poseidon(Neptune) as a law-abiding, peaceful and prosperous land. However, after Poseidon, the rulers and people there forgot all morality and law-lessness prevailed. Lord Zeus wanted to teach the Atalanteans a lesson and rest is, as they say, history . Was this a mere parable re- told by Plato to Socrates.. no one can be sure. Was the Atlantis somewhere situated in the Atlantic Ocean & the opposite continent referred to, is the Americas; was it somewhere near the Sweden; was it in Aegean Sea near Crete and Santorini; was it the now submerged Kumari Kandan of Ramayan times that extended all the way to present day Maldives in the Indian Ocean; was it the newly discovered underwater city Yonaguni off Okinawa in Japan; or was it the ancient landmass of Sunda Shelf that covered the present geographies of Malaysia & Indonesia.. or finally, was the great land of Atlantis the same land that now lies ice covered and position-shifted in Antarctica by sudden crustal displacement that took place somewhere in 10500BC..
And, apart from the ancient’s amazing precision engineering skills, their stupendous astronomical knowledge & unsurpassed masonry and building technology, how advanced the ancients were? And, who else, but Chris Dunn stands up to explain away in almost a third of the book, in an apparent re-run of his best seller “Giza Power Plant”. Dunn explains that the Pyramids were power plants of the ancients for generation of wireless energy produced by converting the microwave energy bombarding the earth continually to output beams of wireless energy. The pyramid worked as a three stage microwave amplifier, with the earth’s fundamental mechanical hum as the input, converted to acoustic energy in the grand gallery & fed to the quartile King’s Chamber and the five overhead beams ,causing it to oscillate and causing piezo-electric effect to interact on the hydrogen gas produced in the Queen’s chamber, and on the input microwave energy in the sarcophagus of King’s Chamber.
The cause of the end of the ancient world is theorized by some and disputed by many. Is it the “sudden” crustal displacement theory or polar-wandering, where the thin layer of ground slips over and shifts position abruptly over the central core of the planet- just like a lose cover of an Orange can move over the inside , the theory acknowledged by none less than Einstein & credited to Hapgood and made popular in the ‘Fingerprints of the Gods’ by Hancock? Or, was it the numerous bolides ( asteroids, meteorites and comets) impacting the earth..as agreed by Schoch? LaViolette provides evidence of a galactic super-wave caused by an explosion in the Galactic Core , that caused the interstellar electrical influence to force down the asteroids etc against the solar wind resulting in an inter-planetary Cataclysm; and that this explosion is a cyclic event every 26000 years at completion of each precessional zodiac cycle. Another bombshell of a theory put forward by Velikovsky is that Venus was ejected from the body of Jupiter in the form of a long-tailed comet and coming close to earth, it caused electromagnetic and electrostatic forces to set in the destruction on a global scale. Taking the theory of Velikovsky’s theory further up, Talbott and Thornhill propose that in the ancient times, earth was tantalizingly close with Jupiter, Saturn, Mars and Venus in a co-linear configuration , and there was no moon. The mythical references to Wars of Gods, they say, are not fiction. The massive craters on Moon & the Mars are possible, they theorize, not with floods or with lava, but only with electric arcs from massive thunderbolts.
Few interesting theories include: The Global Flood might have been caused by the oceans of the Moon attracted by the still hot earth’s gravitation forces on the relatively cooler Moon ( Peter Boos, page 51). That the mysterious crop circles are not of human origin. The ancients might have used music or work-songs to levitate heavy material while building the megalithic structures (page 134). The pulsars or pulsating stars, may be light house type beacons installed by ETs at various nebula to highlight the Galactic explosion sites. And, as postulated by Rand Flem-Ath, tens of sacred sites such as the Street of the Dead and other Central American structures, and the Sumerian ziggurat & Jerusalem’s wailing wall, all were aligned to the pre-crustal displacement Polar North , which now lies at Hudson Bay. That the Easter Island at 140 degrees west of Giza, Teotihuacan at 130 degrees, Chichen Itza at 120 degrees, Quito –capital of Inca empire- at 110 degrees, Gateway to Sun at Tiahuanaco at 100 degrees west to the Giza , can not be mere coincidence. Similarly ,to the East, Ur Ziggurat at 15 degrees east of Giza , and Lhasa at 60 degrees east of Giza, indicates all these pre-Ice Age global sacred sites are geological markers constructed by Atlanteans as a means to re-calibrate the earth before a possible crustal displacement cataclysm as part of their investigations. And, that the Shard on the Lunar surface , and ‘Cydonian Face’ on Mars are artificial structures created by ETs, as the Shard seems a remnant of a tall artificial structure made of crystals and glass-like reflective material & the Face seemed like Martian Pyramids.
Finally, taking the whole cosmos to a spiritual realm of Paramhans Yoganand and others, David Bohm describes that it is not just the duality of particle, nor it is the uncertainty of observation as postulated by Heisenberg, there seems to be an intelligence and inter-connectedness in the particles and in the whole cosmos. Two sub-atomic particles that have once interacted can still influence each other even after thousands of years, and even if light years apart. The whole cosmos is interconnected, it is as if all matter and non-matter are holographic projections borne out of the interaction of electromagnetic, and other fields. This holomovement is extended to a multi-dimensional reality, and we live not in a universe, but a multiverse. So, the fundamental unit of reality is not particle, but a quanta of intelligent energy in a continuous field. The whole creation, therefore, is a closed loop of three things - consciousness , information , and the continuous flux of animate and non-animate matter . The holomovement continuously enfolds and unfolds in an infitely-dimensioned multiverse.
September 11, 2019
Badacze zrzeszeni i umieszczający wyniki swoich dociekań, analiz, domysłów i - w dużej mierze fantazji w magazynie "Atlantis Rising" - zdają się postaciami, które rzeczywiście pragnęłyby stać się męczennikami na ołtarzach walki z cenzurą i ortodoksyjnymi poglądami na przeszłość cywilizacji i historię naszej planety.
I z kart tej książki, w której zebrano artykuły dotyczące, skądinąd ciekawych a w niektórych kwestiach przekonujących hipotez - popartych wynikami badań i odkryć, które z powodu braku czasu na ich weryfikację, w dobrej wierze uznaję za zaistniałe i prawdziwe - padają nieustanne ataki i żale. Stawiając się w pozycji biednych, tłamszonych badaczy, których wyniki są ignorowane a odkrycia dyskredytowane, nawet w przypływie fali sympatii dla ich entuzjazmu i uznania dla - jakkolwiek fantastycznymi by one nie były - odkryć i hipotez, nie mogę brać do końca poważnie tego, co przedstawione zostało w niniejszej książce.
Cóż, moim zdaniem nikt nie powinien. Owszem, dobrze czasem wyjść poza horyzont tego, co znane. Poznać inne, alternatywne, nieważne jak sensacyjne i niesamowite, teorie na temat przeszłości. I myślę, że w tej kwestii jest to dobrze napisana książka, która w jakiś sposób podsyca wyobraźnię a nawet - dzięki sprawnemu językowi i przejrzyście przedstawionym hipotezom - zainteresować może nurtem nauki i historii alternatywnej. Historii, która wbrew temu, co sugeruje tytuł książki - nie jest zakazana. Po prostu jej fundament opiera się na tym, czego nie wiemy, na interpretacjach nie popartych jednoznacznymi dowodami a w większości jedynie na nadinterpretacji enigmatycznych znalezisk i luk w dziejach ludzkości i świata. Czasem na wizjach jasnowidzów...
Dodatkowo wybór artykułów w tej kompilacji wydaje się dość niefortunny - bywa, że tej samej hipotezie czy odkryciu poświęca się kilka podobnych felietonów, z których żaden nie przedstawia nic nowego, w odniesieniu do pierwszego, w którym ujęto zagadnienie.
Polecam, jako całkiem dobry zbiór artykułów popularno(prawie)naukowych, nie podejmując się jednak oceny tego, co zostało tu objawione. O tym, co z tego może być prawdą a co nie zdecydujcie sami...
I z kart tej książki, w której zebrano artykuły dotyczące, skądinąd ciekawych a w niektórych kwestiach przekonujących hipotez - popartych wynikami badań i odkryć, które z powodu braku czasu na ich weryfikację, w dobrej wierze uznaję za zaistniałe i prawdziwe - padają nieustanne ataki i żale. Stawiając się w pozycji biednych, tłamszonych badaczy, których wyniki są ignorowane a odkrycia dyskredytowane, nawet w przypływie fali sympatii dla ich entuzjazmu i uznania dla - jakkolwiek fantastycznymi by one nie były - odkryć i hipotez, nie mogę brać do końca poważnie tego, co przedstawione zostało w niniejszej książce.
Cóż, moim zdaniem nikt nie powinien. Owszem, dobrze czasem wyjść poza horyzont tego, co znane. Poznać inne, alternatywne, nieważne jak sensacyjne i niesamowite, teorie na temat przeszłości. I myślę, że w tej kwestii jest to dobrze napisana książka, która w jakiś sposób podsyca wyobraźnię a nawet - dzięki sprawnemu językowi i przejrzyście przedstawionym hipotezom - zainteresować może nurtem nauki i historii alternatywnej. Historii, która wbrew temu, co sugeruje tytuł książki - nie jest zakazana. Po prostu jej fundament opiera się na tym, czego nie wiemy, na interpretacjach nie popartych jednoznacznymi dowodami a w większości jedynie na nadinterpretacji enigmatycznych znalezisk i luk w dziejach ludzkości i świata. Czasem na wizjach jasnowidzów...
Dodatkowo wybór artykułów w tej kompilacji wydaje się dość niefortunny - bywa, że tej samej hipotezie czy odkryciu poświęca się kilka podobnych felietonów, z których żaden nie przedstawia nic nowego, w odniesieniu do pierwszego, w którym ujęto zagadnienie.
Polecam, jako całkiem dobry zbiór artykułów popularno(prawie)naukowych, nie podejmując się jednak oceny tego, co zostało tu objawione. O tym, co z tego może być prawdą a co nie zdecydujcie sami...
February 3, 2013
thoroughly enjoyed this, I'm fascinated by ancient civilizations, there is evidence of them everywhere. Weather you believe in previous great technologies or not, the fact is there were people here longer than we learned in school, we have all been given a very limited education I'm afraid.
December 25, 2021
Galvanizing points of thinking. It's the only book I could find, no comparison.
Devising from the established scientific disciplines and challenging the establishment,
Revising accepted assumptions, Atlantis Rising.
Devising from the established scientific disciplines and challenging the establishment,
Revising accepted assumptions, Atlantis Rising.
June 19, 2012
Yeah, yeah, stop looking at me like that.
I enjoy reading what the fringies write, and this was no exception to the rule. While a bit out of date, this collection of essays still preached what one would expect: Childress, Schoch, Hancock, et al - while not writing there in force, were still being written about in force. While this book was light on the aliens, it was still very strong when it comes to the Mu civilization and the like.
Lego linguistics, poor understanding of physics, and more were to be found. I give the book credit for speaking out against Yonaguni and the Bimini Road, but take away a lot of that credit for their inability to understand why diamond saws aren't needed. I also take away points for them not understanding how Coral Castle was a man-made creation, nor even referencing it. Coral Castle proved that a single man could build something akin to the pyramids.
I wish that people would approach books like this in good humor, give them a chance, and then take away from them everything with a grain of salt. The articles within the book at times entirely contradicted one another: The Ice Age was a lie, but the Ice Age had to exist for the theory of catastrophism to triumph over uniformatarianism. I don't quite get it.
Well, today I learned that Einstein believed in Atlantis. I'm open to Atlantis having existed in some form or another back in the day, and I appreciate their debunking of Thera. While some of the facts they levied against Thera were inaccurate, it still was a decent effort.
So, yeah, I didn't like it. I had fun reading it all the same.
I enjoy reading what the fringies write, and this was no exception to the rule. While a bit out of date, this collection of essays still preached what one would expect: Childress, Schoch, Hancock, et al - while not writing there in force, were still being written about in force. While this book was light on the aliens, it was still very strong when it comes to the Mu civilization and the like.
Lego linguistics, poor understanding of physics, and more were to be found. I give the book credit for speaking out against Yonaguni and the Bimini Road, but take away a lot of that credit for their inability to understand why diamond saws aren't needed. I also take away points for them not understanding how Coral Castle was a man-made creation, nor even referencing it. Coral Castle proved that a single man could build something akin to the pyramids.
I wish that people would approach books like this in good humor, give them a chance, and then take away from them everything with a grain of salt. The articles within the book at times entirely contradicted one another: The Ice Age was a lie, but the Ice Age had to exist for the theory of catastrophism to triumph over uniformatarianism. I don't quite get it.
Well, today I learned that Einstein believed in Atlantis. I'm open to Atlantis having existed in some form or another back in the day, and I appreciate their debunking of Thera. While some of the facts they levied against Thera were inaccurate, it still was a decent effort.
So, yeah, I didn't like it. I had fun reading it all the same.
June 10, 2009
This book was weird, but very interesting. There was a major focus on Atlantis and the Great Pyramids. Other ancient monuments were also mentioned.
November 28, 2020
Great and broad collection of essays covering "forbidden archeology" for the last 50 years. Dated now. I would love to see a new version of this in 20 years or so. Some theories have been disproven--some of the underwater temples cited have been hoaxes (even as they're 'lol Piltdown Man') and the Face in Mars has been re-photographed. Some theories have been verified--the dinosaurs probably did die from an asteroid hit and Darwin's understanding of evolution was flawed.
I am well-versed in forbidden archeology and I think someone who hasn't read or become familiar with the major theories like antediluvian societies, Egyptology, Vedic sources, and Atlantis might not get as much out of this book. I spent a lot of time cross-referencing things on Wikipedia as it was.
There's also some fun. Like the idea that Venus and Earth crashed into each other in the distant past. Wow, guys! (Will come back and edit this remark if it ages like milk).
All the essays are well-written (In big part to the editors at Atlantis Rising, I'm sure) and the authors come across as learned. They're all strong believers in evidence, which sets a good example, even if their conclusions from that evidence are erroneous.
The biggest disappointment is that this book, like every other book ever written, cannot tell me why the Bronze Age collapsed. I want to know!
I am well-versed in forbidden archeology and I think someone who hasn't read or become familiar with the major theories like antediluvian societies, Egyptology, Vedic sources, and Atlantis might not get as much out of this book. I spent a lot of time cross-referencing things on Wikipedia as it was.
There's also some fun. Like the idea that Venus and Earth crashed into each other in the distant past. Wow, guys! (Will come back and edit this remark if it ages like milk).
All the essays are well-written (In big part to the editors at Atlantis Rising, I'm sure) and the authors come across as learned. They're all strong believers in evidence, which sets a good example, even if their conclusions from that evidence are erroneous.
The biggest disappointment is that this book, like every other book ever written, cannot tell me why the Bronze Age collapsed. I want to know!
May 22, 2024
Forbidden History: Prehistoric Technologies, Extraterrestrial Intervention, and the Suppressed Origins of Civilization by J. Douglas Kenyon is a fascinating compilation of articles that challenge conventional views on human history and prehistory. The book delves into a wide range of topics, from ancient advanced technologies and lost civilizations to extraterrestrial influences and the suppression of historical knowledge. Kenyon brings together a variety of perspectives and insights from different authors, each contributing to a larger narrative that questions the mainstream understanding of our past.
Kenyon's editorial work is commendable, as he presents these controversial topics in an engaging and thought-provoking manner. The articles are well-researched and supported by intriguing evidence, making readers reconsider what they know about human history. While some claims might seem far-fetched to skeptics, the book's strength lies in its ability to open minds and encourage further exploration and inquiry into these enigmatic subjects.
Overall, Forbidden History is a compelling read for anyone interested in alternative history, ancient mysteries, and the possibility of advanced prehistoric civilizations. The diverse range of topics and the depth of research make it a valuable addition to the library of any curious reader.
Main Points from Each Article
1. "The Great Pyramid: Monument to a Lost Civilization" by Christopher Dunn
• Advanced Engineering: The Great Pyramid's construction techniques suggest knowledge of advanced engineering and technology far beyond what was previously thought possible for ancient Egyptians.
• Precision and Purpose: The precision of the Great Pyramid’s measurements and alignments indicates it may have had a specific purpose, possibly as an energy device or astronomical observatory.
• Lost Technology: The potential use of tools and techniques that have since been lost to history, challenging the conventional narrative of technological progression.
2. "Atlantis: The Lost Continent Finally Found" by David Hatcher Childress
• Geographical Evidence: Childress presents evidence suggesting Atlantis could be located in areas such as the Caribbean or Mediterranean, based on geological and archaeological findings.
• Myth and Reality: The blending of mythological accounts with historical records to argue that Atlantis was a real civilization that existed and influenced other ancient cultures.
• Cultural Impact: The significant cultural and technological impact that the Atlantean civilization might have had on subsequent societies around the world.
3. "The Mystery of Puma Punku’s Precise Stonework" by Brien Foerster
• Architectural Marvels: The incredible precision of the stonework at Puma Punku in Bolivia, which rivals modern engineering capabilities.
• Unexplained Techniques: The unexplained methods that could have been used to achieve such precise cuts and joins, suggesting the use of advanced technology.
• Cultural Implications: The implications of such advanced construction techniques on our understanding of the Tiwanaku civilization and its technological capabilities.
4. "Extraterrestrial Influences on Ancient Civilizations" by Erich von Däniken
• Ancient Astronaut Theory: The theory that extraterrestrial beings visited Earth and influenced the development of ancient civilizations.
• Evidence from Artifacts: Analysis of ancient artifacts, texts, and structures that suggest the presence of advanced beings providing knowledge and technology.
• Cultural Narratives: How various ancient cultures' myths and legends may be interpreted as evidence of extraterrestrial contact.
5. "The Enigma of the Nazca Lines" by Paul Devereux
• Purpose and Meaning: The various theories about the purpose of the Nazca Lines, including astronomical, religious, and practical uses.
• Construction Techniques: The methods used by the Nazca people to create these massive geoglyphs and the potential use of simple tools and surveying techniques.
• Cultural Significance: The cultural and ceremonial importance of the lines to the Nazca civilization and how they reflect their understanding of the world.
6. "Suppressed History and the Power of Archaeology" by Michael Cremo
• Forbidden Archaeology: Examples of archaeological findings that have been ignored or suppressed because they do not fit the conventional historical narrative.
• Scientific Bias: The role of scientific and academic bias in shaping our understanding of history and preventing the acceptance of alternative theories.
• Need for Open Inquiry: The importance of maintaining an open mind and allowing for the investigation of all evidence, regardless of its conformity to established paradigms.
7. "Ancient High Technology in Egypt" by Robert Bauval
• Astrological Alignments: The significance of astrological alignments in the construction of Egyptian monuments and their potential purposes.
• Advanced Knowledge: The possibility that ancient Egyptians possessed advanced knowledge of mathematics, engineering, and astronomy.
• Historical Reassessment: The need to reassess our understanding of Egyptian history and the technological capabilities of its people.
8. "The Secret History of the Human Race" by Graham Hancock
• Lost Civilizations: The argument for the existence of advanced civilizations that predate those currently known to history.
• Catastrophic Events: The role of catastrophic events in erasing evidence of these civilizations from the historical record.
• Global Connections: The idea that ancient civilizations were more globally connected than previously thought, sharing knowledge and technology across vast distances.
9. "The Hidden History of Ancient America" by Frank Joseph
• Pre-Columbian Contacts: Evidence suggesting that other cultures, such as the Phoenicians or Chinese, may have reached the Americas before Columbus.
• Megalithic Structures: The presence of megalithic structures in North and South America that indicate advanced architectural skills.
• Cultural Interactions: The implications of these contacts and structures on our understanding of the development of American civilizations.
10. "Technology of the Gods: The Incredible Sciences of the Ancients" by David Hatcher Childress
• Ancient Engineering Feats: Examples of ancient engineering achievements that suggest the use of sophisticated technology.
• Possible Technologies: Speculation on the types of technologies that could have been used, such as anti-gravity or energy manipulation devices.
• Reevaluation of History: The need to reevaluate historical timelines and technological development in light of these discoveries.
11. "The Pyramids of Mars: Evidence of Extraterrestrial Engineering" by John Brandenburg
• Mars Anomalies: Examination of structures on Mars that resemble pyramids and other formations on Earth.
• Extraterrestrial Influence: The theory that these structures could be evidence of extraterrestrial engineering and influence on both Mars and Earth.
• Implications for Human History: The potential impact of these findings on our understanding of human history and our place in the universe.
12. "The Role of Myth in History" by Richard Thompson
• Historical Myths: The significance of myths and legends in preserving historical truths and knowledge.
• Myth as Evidence: Using mythological stories as a form of evidence to uncover suppressed or hidden historical events.
• Cultural Understanding: How myths can provide insights into the beliefs, values, and knowledge of ancient cultures.
In summary, Forbidden History by J. Douglas Kenyon is a thought-provoking compilation that challenges mainstream historical narratives and opens the door to new possibilities regarding our past. The diverse range of articles and the depth of research presented make it a compelling read for anyone interested in exploring alternative theories of history and civilization.
Kenyon's editorial work is commendable, as he presents these controversial topics in an engaging and thought-provoking manner. The articles are well-researched and supported by intriguing evidence, making readers reconsider what they know about human history. While some claims might seem far-fetched to skeptics, the book's strength lies in its ability to open minds and encourage further exploration and inquiry into these enigmatic subjects.
Overall, Forbidden History is a compelling read for anyone interested in alternative history, ancient mysteries, and the possibility of advanced prehistoric civilizations. The diverse range of topics and the depth of research make it a valuable addition to the library of any curious reader.
Main Points from Each Article
1. "The Great Pyramid: Monument to a Lost Civilization" by Christopher Dunn
• Advanced Engineering: The Great Pyramid's construction techniques suggest knowledge of advanced engineering and technology far beyond what was previously thought possible for ancient Egyptians.
• Precision and Purpose: The precision of the Great Pyramid’s measurements and alignments indicates it may have had a specific purpose, possibly as an energy device or astronomical observatory.
• Lost Technology: The potential use of tools and techniques that have since been lost to history, challenging the conventional narrative of technological progression.
2. "Atlantis: The Lost Continent Finally Found" by David Hatcher Childress
• Geographical Evidence: Childress presents evidence suggesting Atlantis could be located in areas such as the Caribbean or Mediterranean, based on geological and archaeological findings.
• Myth and Reality: The blending of mythological accounts with historical records to argue that Atlantis was a real civilization that existed and influenced other ancient cultures.
• Cultural Impact: The significant cultural and technological impact that the Atlantean civilization might have had on subsequent societies around the world.
3. "The Mystery of Puma Punku’s Precise Stonework" by Brien Foerster
• Architectural Marvels: The incredible precision of the stonework at Puma Punku in Bolivia, which rivals modern engineering capabilities.
• Unexplained Techniques: The unexplained methods that could have been used to achieve such precise cuts and joins, suggesting the use of advanced technology.
• Cultural Implications: The implications of such advanced construction techniques on our understanding of the Tiwanaku civilization and its technological capabilities.
4. "Extraterrestrial Influences on Ancient Civilizations" by Erich von Däniken
• Ancient Astronaut Theory: The theory that extraterrestrial beings visited Earth and influenced the development of ancient civilizations.
• Evidence from Artifacts: Analysis of ancient artifacts, texts, and structures that suggest the presence of advanced beings providing knowledge and technology.
• Cultural Narratives: How various ancient cultures' myths and legends may be interpreted as evidence of extraterrestrial contact.
5. "The Enigma of the Nazca Lines" by Paul Devereux
• Purpose and Meaning: The various theories about the purpose of the Nazca Lines, including astronomical, religious, and practical uses.
• Construction Techniques: The methods used by the Nazca people to create these massive geoglyphs and the potential use of simple tools and surveying techniques.
• Cultural Significance: The cultural and ceremonial importance of the lines to the Nazca civilization and how they reflect their understanding of the world.
6. "Suppressed History and the Power of Archaeology" by Michael Cremo
• Forbidden Archaeology: Examples of archaeological findings that have been ignored or suppressed because they do not fit the conventional historical narrative.
• Scientific Bias: The role of scientific and academic bias in shaping our understanding of history and preventing the acceptance of alternative theories.
• Need for Open Inquiry: The importance of maintaining an open mind and allowing for the investigation of all evidence, regardless of its conformity to established paradigms.
7. "Ancient High Technology in Egypt" by Robert Bauval
• Astrological Alignments: The significance of astrological alignments in the construction of Egyptian monuments and their potential purposes.
• Advanced Knowledge: The possibility that ancient Egyptians possessed advanced knowledge of mathematics, engineering, and astronomy.
• Historical Reassessment: The need to reassess our understanding of Egyptian history and the technological capabilities of its people.
8. "The Secret History of the Human Race" by Graham Hancock
• Lost Civilizations: The argument for the existence of advanced civilizations that predate those currently known to history.
• Catastrophic Events: The role of catastrophic events in erasing evidence of these civilizations from the historical record.
• Global Connections: The idea that ancient civilizations were more globally connected than previously thought, sharing knowledge and technology across vast distances.
9. "The Hidden History of Ancient America" by Frank Joseph
• Pre-Columbian Contacts: Evidence suggesting that other cultures, such as the Phoenicians or Chinese, may have reached the Americas before Columbus.
• Megalithic Structures: The presence of megalithic structures in North and South America that indicate advanced architectural skills.
• Cultural Interactions: The implications of these contacts and structures on our understanding of the development of American civilizations.
10. "Technology of the Gods: The Incredible Sciences of the Ancients" by David Hatcher Childress
• Ancient Engineering Feats: Examples of ancient engineering achievements that suggest the use of sophisticated technology.
• Possible Technologies: Speculation on the types of technologies that could have been used, such as anti-gravity or energy manipulation devices.
• Reevaluation of History: The need to reevaluate historical timelines and technological development in light of these discoveries.
11. "The Pyramids of Mars: Evidence of Extraterrestrial Engineering" by John Brandenburg
• Mars Anomalies: Examination of structures on Mars that resemble pyramids and other formations on Earth.
• Extraterrestrial Influence: The theory that these structures could be evidence of extraterrestrial engineering and influence on both Mars and Earth.
• Implications for Human History: The potential impact of these findings on our understanding of human history and our place in the universe.
12. "The Role of Myth in History" by Richard Thompson
• Historical Myths: The significance of myths and legends in preserving historical truths and knowledge.
• Myth as Evidence: Using mythological stories as a form of evidence to uncover suppressed or hidden historical events.
• Cultural Understanding: How myths can provide insights into the beliefs, values, and knowledge of ancient cultures.
In summary, Forbidden History by J. Douglas Kenyon is a thought-provoking compilation that challenges mainstream historical narratives and opens the door to new possibilities regarding our past. The diverse range of articles and the depth of research presented make it a compelling read for anyone interested in exploring alternative theories of history and civilization.
February 10, 2017
In the 1960s a German guy wrote a book a book called Was God an Astronaut? It was a massive commercial success even though it later transpired that some of the alien landing strips he'd discovered in South America were found to be less than ten metres long. (You can do anything with photos, just ask that nice Mr Trump about the size of crowds). From that a whole genre of fiction has developed. I use the word fiction rather than factual because what distinguishes all the discussions about our 'alien ancestors' from sound science is that that it's speculative.
Writers of such books collect information and then use it to support their theories. They don't test or challenge the information and they ignore data that contradicts their views. Sometimes these theories are genuinely held beliefs. Sometimes they are 'beliefs' which are held for the time it takes to write a book and make a fast buck.
I enjoy the speculative nature of this genre but I don't take it too seriously. If you're willing to do the same than Forbidden History is one of the most entertaining examples of this type of book and I'd happily recommend it as an alternative to most science fiction books. Especially as it contains contributions from a wide range of writers rather than just one. Effectively it gives you an overview of some of the most entertaining ideas doing the rounds. And many of the articles are well written. Just don't read them as science.
Cheers
jim
Writers of such books collect information and then use it to support their theories. They don't test or challenge the information and they ignore data that contradicts their views. Sometimes these theories are genuinely held beliefs. Sometimes they are 'beliefs' which are held for the time it takes to write a book and make a fast buck.
I enjoy the speculative nature of this genre but I don't take it too seriously. If you're willing to do the same than Forbidden History is one of the most entertaining examples of this type of book and I'd happily recommend it as an alternative to most science fiction books. Especially as it contains contributions from a wide range of writers rather than just one. Effectively it gives you an overview of some of the most entertaining ideas doing the rounds. And many of the articles are well written. Just don't read them as science.
Cheers
jim
January 5, 2017
This collection of essays is probably more than half crazy, and some of it struck me as outright garbage, but there is quite a bit of thought-provoking information as well, and it was easy to read. It's actually quite effective for its intended purpose, but your level of enjoyment will likely depend on your preconceived ideas about science and history. It's a very interesting collection nonetheless.
October 22, 2017
Prilagodba znanstvenog rada široj čitateljskoj publici.
May 5, 2017
I enjoyed articles by some authors more than others. The last chapter was especially enjoyable as I like learning about the area where mysticism and science touch each other and cross. What I especially gained from this book is that the authors seem to have gone against academia's rigid requirements which discourage any thought or discussion that goes beyond the standard curriculum that has been followed for over 150 years. The thought that extraterrestrials could possibly have any influence in building the pyramids or be in any way connected with our ancient history was preposterous during Darwin's time and hence the two schools of thought _ Creationism and Dsrwinism emerged. But since then space travel and discoveries proving that the odds of extra terrestrial could be real make it more likely than ever that we have in fact been visited by extraterrestrial life and that we ourselves may even be descendants of them in some shape or form. Mainstream academia refuses to accept this ever growing possibility and continues to adhere to the mindset of 19th century Darwinist philosophy.
It is my hope that someday the scorn with which Darwinists use to ridicule Creationism today will be used against them when extraterrestrial lifeforms and their influence in our distant past becomes provable beyond any reasonable doubt. But this will only happen when academia will accept the evidence as laid out in this book and can acknowledge that there is room for change even if it requires that the old textbooks be revised to welcome a new school of thought such as that exemplified in this book.
It is my hope that someday the scorn with which Darwinists use to ridicule Creationism today will be used against them when extraterrestrial lifeforms and their influence in our distant past becomes provable beyond any reasonable doubt. But this will only happen when academia will accept the evidence as laid out in this book and can acknowledge that there is room for change even if it requires that the old textbooks be revised to welcome a new school of thought such as that exemplified in this book.
April 27, 2021
Fascinating! My curiosity on these subjects sparked by a British writer and journalist, Graham Hancock, author of Fingerprints of the Gods and Magicians of the Gods, where he outlines from archaeological and geological findings, astronomy and historical monuments, current science and old myths, that there is an unknown prehistoric ancient civilization(s?) with advanced technologies and scientific knowledge. I’ve listened to at least four of Hancock interview sessions with Joe Rogan in The Joe Rogan Experience podcast (mind you, each session is about 2-4 hours) and also have spent a great amount of time, say, about 6 hours+ of YouTube videos of any documentaries related to this topic – those who support and disapprove of this theory.
I’m still skeptic but I must admit, this kind of theory and all the subjects above (see subtitle), really open my eyes to explore other alternative arguments as well :) To read my full review, CLICK HERE: https://legasitv.blogspot.com/2020/09...
I’m still skeptic but I must admit, this kind of theory and all the subjects above (see subtitle), really open my eyes to explore other alternative arguments as well :) To read my full review, CLICK HERE: https://legasitv.blogspot.com/2020/09...
August 6, 2024
Our planet is so old and I mean OLD old. Of course many civilisations must have existed before us, we're a tiny drop in the ocean of time in comparison. The remnants are everywhere, as the remnants of our civilisation will be some day. Mainstream has their collective heads up their collective asses, and puts ego before truth. That's the issue in my opinion.
Most people are so afraid to shatter their cognitive dissonance that none seem interested in who we are, where we came from, who was here before us etc and what happened to them. The least we can do is play what if and this book caused a lot of debates in my own mind and a lot of wondering, daydreaming and so on. I appreciate that and I appreciate minds who do not shy away from discussion and who speak their truth regardless. I enjoyed every chapter and I have much to think about.
Most people are so afraid to shatter their cognitive dissonance that none seem interested in who we are, where we came from, who was here before us etc and what happened to them. The least we can do is play what if and this book caused a lot of debates in my own mind and a lot of wondering, daydreaming and so on. I appreciate that and I appreciate minds who do not shy away from discussion and who speak their truth regardless. I enjoyed every chapter and I have much to think about.
August 5, 2018
A good book covering many views of historians and science theories
Covers analysis of how technology was needed to create pyramids. Covers Zachoria Sitchins views of bible and clay tablet readings of early humanity. Includes numerous sections by early history authors that cover how humanity was very sophisticated in very early history, many sections on Atlanta's and how it might have been destroyed. The book has many references to similar books on prehistory.
Covers analysis of how technology was needed to create pyramids. Covers Zachoria Sitchins views of bible and clay tablet readings of early humanity. Includes numerous sections by early history authors that cover how humanity was very sophisticated in very early history, many sections on Atlanta's and how it might have been destroyed. The book has many references to similar books on prehistory.
October 1, 2024
It is a collection of articles written by several different authors/historians on alternative explanations of past history. Many of the theories are interesting to read and make sense of some of the artifacts from long ago that do not fit into mainstream "textbook" history that we have been taught.
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April 25, 2022A very wide ranging scope of authors and theories surrounding the ancient astronaut technologies and visitation perspective.
Wsell worth exploring, especially, if you've not read many of the Atlantis journals.
Wsell worth exploring, especially, if you've not read many of the Atlantis journals.
March 16, 2019
I liked the articles by Christopher Dunn. I find his work compelling. I skipped the chapters by Frank Joseph because, well, his beliefs and background make it impossible for me to stomach.
June 12, 2019
Very dry read on such an interesting topic.
December 6, 2024
Super cool compilation.
March 23, 2018
This collection of essays vary in quality, from the virtually unreadable chapter on Schwaller de Lubicz to the always-interesting information and insights from geologist Robert Schoch.
Retired machinist and manufacturing engineer Christopher Dunn again raises some very interesting point about the high precision of the very hard materials in Egyptian artifacts. He also again posits his theory on the great pyramid being a power plant of some sort, a theory that I find no one else has embraced nor has anyone attempted to model.
Though uneven there are always some new or interesting facts or background information presented.
Retired machinist and manufacturing engineer Christopher Dunn again raises some very interesting point about the high precision of the very hard materials in Egyptian artifacts. He also again posits his theory on the great pyramid being a power plant of some sort, a theory that I find no one else has embraced nor has anyone attempted to model.
Though uneven there are always some new or interesting facts or background information presented.
August 20, 2011
Forbidden History can be considered an interesting cross-section of articles written by the pseudo-scientific community. The writers offers some interesting or compelling facts and then immediately verge off into wild speculative flights of imagination that leave the reader's sense of logic reeling. Most of the articles are very dated and a great deal of the "new" evidence that is talked about in the book has been thoroughly put to rest in the last couple of decades.
I read this book because I believe a person should be exposed to as many different viewpoints as they can within reason. I enjoyed stretching my imagination and testing preconceived ideas that I have but by the end of the book I feel as if I was being deceived by smoke and mirrors and over-zealous imaginations. There are seemingly some very interesting facts in this book but the bias of the authors continually made me question the validity of everything I was reading.
I read this book because I believe a person should be exposed to as many different viewpoints as they can within reason. I enjoyed stretching my imagination and testing preconceived ideas that I have but by the end of the book I feel as if I was being deceived by smoke and mirrors and over-zealous imaginations. There are seemingly some very interesting facts in this book but the bias of the authors continually made me question the validity of everything I was reading.
October 7, 2013
Mysterious and fulfilling journey through the mind of anyone in search of a new story about our origin. Information lacks strong references, but could be excused if conspiracy or neglect against research in this field is believed. The book is worth reading; even if you don't believe it, it opens your mind to more possibilities about the truth.
June 6, 2009
So far its good. I'm impressed that its a compilation of opinions and essays by lots of experts in various fields. That is opposed to "Chariots of the Gods." For instance, if you assume Von Daniken may be a crackpot then the whole book is now discredited.
November 6, 2012
full of conspiracy theories.
January 6, 2014
I enjoyed the first half of this book but then it became just more of the same and I stopped. I has been two months now and I have not picked it up so it is going back on the shelf.
April 22, 2025
Enlightening, entertaining, and educational.
March 5, 2010
Quite an interesting read. The subtitle tells it all.
April 4, 2017
Repetitious, contradictory both within and between articles, flawed logic, delusions of grandeur, etc. This book should have been a much more interesting read than it was, but the dry, pseudo-academic writing made it a slog. Main takeaway from it is how these self-styled 'free thinkers' are so closed-minded about anything that doesn't fit their ideas - ironic since this is what they accuse 'orthodox' science of being.
While some of the issues that they raise are interesting and need further investigation, the flights of fancy that are used to explain them undermine the value in highlighting them in the first place. Ancient aliens, Atlantis, Pyramid power plants, and so on don't exactly stand up to Occam's Razor as explanations.
While some of the issues that they raise are interesting and need further investigation, the flights of fancy that are used to explain them undermine the value in highlighting them in the first place. Ancient aliens, Atlantis, Pyramid power plants, and so on don't exactly stand up to Occam's Razor as explanations.
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