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The Lost Empire of Atlantis

History's Greatest Mystery Revealed
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The Lost Empire of Atlantis by Gavin Menzies explores the possibility that the legendary civilisation of Atlantis was real and influential. It delves into historical and archaeological evidence to suggest that Atlantis was an advanced seafaring empire with a global reach, long before known history recorded such capabilities. The author presents various theories and findings to make his case for the existence and impact of this ancient power.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by ancient mysteries and love delving into theories about lost civilisations. It offers an intriguing exploration of historical evidence and archaeological findings, weaving them into a narrative about a vanished maritime empire. Enthusiasts of unsolved historical enigmas and alternative historical perspectives may find this an engaging read.

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The Lost Empire of Atlantis

The bestselling author of 1421: THE YEAR THE CHINESE DISCOVERED THE WORLD uncovers the truth behind the mystery of Atlantis. Updated with thrilling new discoveries for the paperback.

The bestselling author of 1421: THE YEAR THE CHINESE DISCOVERED THE WORLD uncovers the truth behind the mystery of Atlantis. Updated with thrilling new discoveries for the paperback.

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After a chance conversation in Egypt in 2008, bestselling historian Gavin Menzies launched himself on a quest that would reveal the truth behind the mystery of Atlantis and her destruction.

Through an examination of documentary and academic research, metallurgy, ancient shipbuilding and navigation techniques, artefacts and DNA evidence, Menzies slowly and painstakingly reveals a trading empire that spanned from the Great Lakes in North America to Kerala in India. And in doing so, he finally explains the incredible reality behind the legendary civilisation described by Plato and its disappearance.

Reading like a real-life Indiana Jones story, as ex-Royal Navy submarine captain Menzies travels round the world in pursuit of his goal, this is epic, iconoclastic popular history.

The Lost Empire of Atlantis is a captivating journey into the past, uncovering the extraordinary secrets of one of history's most enigmatic civilisations.

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Gavin Menzies's work presents an intriguing hypothesis about a lost ancient civilisation, drawing readers into a thrilling adventure story. It offers a fun and captivating exploration of the Minoans, piecing together evidence to portray their mysterious disappearance. The book delights with its adventurous tone while shedding light on historical theories.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780753828854

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 January 2013

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Weidenfeld & Nicolson

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 343g

Pages: 400

About the Author

Gavin Menzies served in the Royal Navy between 1953 and 1970. His knowledge of seafaring and navigation sparked his interest in the epic voyages of Chinese Admiral Zhang He. He lives in London.

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